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South Africa stands at a critical moment where our pursuit of justice - past and present - is being tested again. On one hand, the long-delayed Truth and Reconciliation Commission cases, tied to the unfinished business of our painful history, are finally moving into public oral hearings. On the other hand, in the present day, we have seen major developments in the case of Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and Tebello “TIBZ” Motsoane. These two matters may seem separate, but they speak to the same question: Does South Africa still have the institutional courage and the administrative capacity to deliver justice without fear or favour? #SouthAfricanMorning #DStv403

DARVO is an acronym that stands for Deny, Attack, and Reverse Victim and Offender. It describes a common response pattern exhibited by individuals who are confronted with their wrongdoing. In this scenario, the accused first denies the allegations, then attacks the credibility

17 people have been killed on the Cape Flats over the past 48 hours. The area is under siege. The gang warfare is not coming to an end. Dozens and dozens of people have been killed over recent weeks.

The reality is that many banks in South Africa charge as much as R50 for an immediate payment. #Moneyweb #Banking ow.ly/U2aL50Xp6Y7

Escalating Violence and Loss of Life on the Cape Flats: COMMENT: We all need to be concerned and outraged regarding the rapidly deteriorating security situation on the Cape Flats, and the tragic loss of life that has become commonplace… The level of violence is simply unacceptable and demands immediate and decisive action. Over the past 48 hours alone, reports indicate a staggering 17 lives have been claimed in the area. This represents a devastating toll on the community, leaving families shattered and a community traumatised. These recent deaths are, however, merely the latest in a wave of escalating violence. In recent months, scores of individuals have been murdered as a result of ongoing gang warfare. This represents a persistent and deeply concerning pattern of lawlessness that is effectively holding the Cape Flats under siege. The current situation is clearly unsustainable. The relentless cycle of violence is eroding the social fabric of the community, creating an environment of fear and intimidation, and undermining the basic human right to safety and security. It is imperative that measures are implemented to protect innocent civilians and bring an end to the bloodshed. Current strategies in addressing this crisis are clearly not effective. We need immediate clarification on the following points: * Current Operational Strategies: What specific operational strategies are in place to address the ongoing gang warfare? Are these strategies being reviewed and adapted in response to the escalating violence? * Resource Allocation: What resources, both in terms of personnel and funding, are being allocated to combat crime in the Cape Flats? Are these resources sufficient to meet the challenges presented? *Intelligence Gathering: What measures are being taken to gather intelligence on gang activities and to identify and disrupt their operations? * Community Engagement: How are the authorities engaging with the community to build trust, foster collaboration, and encourage the reporting of criminal activities? * Protection of Witnesses: What measures are in place to protect witnesses and ensure that they can safely provide evidence in criminal investigations? * Prosecution of Perpetrators: What is the status of ongoing investigations and prosecutions related to gang violence? What measures are being taken to ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice? The time for empty promises and inaction is over. The people of the Cape Flats deserve to live in safety and peace. There needs to be decisive responses to this crisis. Failure to act decisively will only embolden the criminal elements and further erode public confidence in the authorities. @SAPoliceService @Prof_Cachalia @CityofCT @geordinhl @alanwinde @WesternCapeGov @IanCameron23