National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola has deployed additional SAPS members to KwaZulu-Natal “in support of the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure [NATJOINTS] safety and security plan” for the 2024 general elections.
This is the third deployment of additional police officers to the province, covering the pre-, during and post-elections phase.
The first group of more than 200 members were deployed early in May, while the second contingency of over 300 were deployed during the elections period.
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According to National Police Commissioner, the latest deployment of more than 300 POP members is meant to maintain stability throughout the province.
In this phase, law enforcement agencies monitor activities related to the outcome of the elections results, Masemola explained. This means deployments remain in place at “various places of interest” where law enforcement officers are ready for any emerging incidents.
Speaking during a send-off parade, Masemola emphasised that the continuous deployments in some areas form part of the South African Police Service (SAPS) operational strategy to maintain order throughout the country.
“We have delivered the 2024 NPE elections in a stable environment. Voters were able to exercise their democratic right without fear or favour, we will continue to respond accordingly to prevent and combat criminality,” Masemola said.
