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Lessons in preventing violent protest in South Africa

Good communication and respectful responses to local service delivery problems can prevent anger and violence.

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Municipal Training on Community Safety Planning to Strengthen the Role of Local Government in Building Safer Communities

Local government, the closest interface between government and communities, is a key driver of quality service delivery including the promotion of community safety. The Constitution demands that services and functions that have the most developmental impact on citizens should be performed by local government.

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Nightclub safety: victimisation and bouncer competency
24 Oct 2018 | by Nkosingiphile Mbhele | University of KwaZulu Natal, Shanta Balgobind Singh | University of KwaZulu Natal

Nightclubs in South Africa have relied heavily on private securities to protect their property and ensure the safety of patrons during the busy nights. It is therefore important to understand the relationship of bouncers and patrons as well as the role and competence of bouncers in the relationship as they are the key players in maintaining safety and security.

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