South Africa needs decentralised prosecutions and policing

South Africa faces a severe crime crisis, with public trust in the criminal justice system at an all-time low. A recent survey reveals that 96.4% of respondents believe there is no justice for crime. This article argues for urgent constitutional reform to decentralise prosecutorial and policing powers, drawing lessons from international models, to ensure accountability and restore public confidence.

South Africa needs decentralised prosecutions and policing

South Africa faces a severe crime crisis, with public trust in the criminal justice system at an all-time low. A recent survey reveals that 96.4% of respondents believe there is no justice for crime. This article argues for urgent constitutional reform to decentralise prosecutorial and policing powers, drawing lessons from international models, to ensure accountability and restore public confidence.

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