South Africa’s Ramaphosa deploys troops to tackle crime gangs

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced plans to deploy the military to assist the police in combating high levels of gang violence and crime in the country, particularly in the Western Cape and Gauteng provinces. Ramaphosa emphasized the urgent need to address organized crime, which he described as a major threat to democracy, society, and economic development. The measures also include increasing police recruitment, enhancing intelligence efforts, and targeting priority crime syndicates. Additionally, the government plans to crack down on illegal mining activities and hold officials accountable for failing to provide essential services like water supply to communities.

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