VOICED : SAfrica crime fears feed private security boom

The video discusses the high crime rates in South Africa, highlighting the role of private security firms, which outnumber the police and military. It explains the challenges faced by the police, including corruption and inefficiency, leading to a reliance on private security by those who can afford it. The poor, unable to afford such services, often resort to community policing and vigilante justice. The video emphasizes the disparity in security access between wealthy and poor communities.

Why is marksmanship considered crucial for investigators in South Africa?

• To participate in shooting competitions

• To train new recruits

• To protect themselves from wildlife

• To effectively handle crime on the streets

What is one reason for the rise of private security in South Africa?

• The police are highly efficient

• The private security industry is shrinking

• The police force is too small

• The military handles all crime

How many registered private security guards are there in South Africa?

• 190,000

• 1.8 million

• 900,000

• 500,000

What is a major challenge faced by the poor in South Africa regarding security?

• Private security is unaffordable

• They have no crime in their areas

• The police are overly protective

• They have too many security options

What alternative measures have some communities in South Africa taken due to police ineffectiveness?

• Moving to safer countries

• Hiring international security firms

• Building more police stations

• Forming community policing and vigilante groups