Senzo Mchunu initiates automation of police stations as key anti-crime tool
National police commissioner Gen Fannie Masemola told the briefing staff and resources were being restructured to boost investigative capacity and crime scene management skills. The service is also seeking to retain its top talent through additional financial incentives and promotions.
Mchunu said the detective and forensic services unit will be split into two distinct divisions.
The visible policing division has also been restructured. Visible policing will focus on frontline service delivery while operational response services will be responsible for specialised operations including border and national security. A new divisional commissioner will be hired for the latter unit.
On police officials' morale, Mchunu said engagements had been held with management and unions " to optimise how our personnel works and how they are motivated and incentivised".
"We intend to develop a promotion system (vertically and horizontally) as incentives to recognise the service and dedication of police officers with motivation in mind. The backlog experienced in the promotion of members is also being addressed."
Mchunu said the changes are intended to improve policing.
'We are committed to protecting our communities. Most of all, we are committed to ensuring every South African feels safe.'
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