Trust & Security: SA Policing

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The book addresses the critical need for the South African Police Service to establish trust within the communities it serves. It proposes several strategies, including empowering community oversight through civilian review boards, enhancing recruitment to reflect community diversity, and prioritizing transparency in communication. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of police-community partnerships to tackle the root causes of crime collaboratively. Ultimately, the focus is on reforming the SAPS to foster cooperation and mutual respect between law enforcement and the public.