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Collected on 8 September 2026
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Use of gunfire detection system (Shot spotter)
The gunfire detection system, known as Shot Spotter, is being used in four high gun-crime areas in Cape Town to detect and respond to gunfire incidents. The system helps law enforcement take illegal firearms off the streets and improve response times.
The document's recorded date is 10 April 2025. Confirm on the official source.
Shot spotter is currently operational in four high gun-crime areas in the city and is to be further expanded.
Places
City of Cape Town, Western Cape
Reference
https://www.westerncape.gov.za/article/safety-partnerships-action-premiers-digicon-looks-collaboration-addressing-crime
Closing Date
10 April 2025
Deployment of LEAP officers in high-crime areas
The Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP) deploys officers in specific high-crime areas including Delft, Khayelitsha, Phillipi East, Nyanga, Mitchells Plain, and Gugulethu. These deployments are part of a joint effort between the Western Cape Government and the City of Cape Town to reduce crime through increased police presence.
The document's recorded date is 10 April 2025. Confirm on the official source.
LEAP officers are currently deployed in 6 areas in a double-up deployment: Delft, Khayelitsha, Phillipi East, Nyanga, Mitchells Plain, and Gugulethu.
Funding and deployment of Rural Safety and K9 Units
The Western Cape Government partners with various municipalities to fund and deploy Rural Safety and K9 Units outside the City of Cape Town, enhancing security in rural areas through specialized units.
The document's recorded date is 10 April 2025. Confirm on the official source.
Outside of the metro, the Western Cape Government partners with various municipalities in funding and deploying Rural Safety and K9 Units.
Rollout of body-worn cameras (BWCs) and in-vehicle cameras (IVCs)
The Western Cape Government and City of Cape Town are rolling out body-worn cameras for officers and in-vehicle cameras in patrol vehicles. As of now, 1,250 BWCs and 290 IVCs have been installed to enhance transparency, accountability, and evidence collection during law enforcement operations.
The document's recorded date is 10 April 2025. Confirm on the official source.
1250 BWCs have so far been rolled out. 290 IVCs have been installed to date.
