Question NW3856 to the Minister of Police
17 November 2015 - NW3856
Madisha, Mr WM to ask the Minister of Police
Whether, in line with the applicable provisions of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, his department was incorporating cutting-edge technology and the most innovative ideas in policing political protests and civil activism in our country; if not, why not; if so, what (a) are the relevant details and (b) positive outcomes were achieved by the police in maintaining law and order during the protest actions since 1 January 2015?
Reply:
(a) Yes. The following modern technology and ideas are used to police protests and
gatherings:
- Water Cannon
- Long Range Acoustic Device
- Video cameras
- Recording devices
- Mediation and conflict resolution and intensified community relations programmes
(b) The above cutting-edge technology contributed to the following positive
outcomes:
- No loss of life, minimised physical contact between the participants and the police and improved method of collecting evidence for criminal court purposes.
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