Question NW2688 to the Minister of Police

Majozi, Ms Z to ask the Minister of Police

(1) What are the reasons that his department has noted as the main drivers of mass shooting (details furnished) in the Republic which have increased by almost 50% in the (a) 2017-18 and (b) 2019-20 financial years according to the Institute for Security Studies; (2) what (a0 measures are planned and/or in place to prevent mass shootings and (b) has he found to be success rate of the specified measures in light of the recent report of mass shootings at taverns and several locations around the Republic; (3) what measures are in place to promote a joint effort between communities and the SA Police Service as both are vital in achieving effective crime fighting strategies?