VOICED : Former gang members mediate Cape Town conflicts

The video discusses the prevalence of gang violence in Hanover Park, Cape Town, where 80 people die annually due to such violence. The Ceasefire initiative, modeled after Chicago's Cure Violence project, aims to reduce this through direct engagement with gangs. Despite criticism for its close ties with gang members, Ceasefire uses technology to track gunshots and gather data, showing a 26% reduction in murder rates. The program emphasizes community reintegration and faces challenges like high unemployment and drug use but remains committed to its mission.

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