KZN Community Safety & Liaison

04/10/2025

EKHOMBE POLICE STATION – QHUDENI AREA:
KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Honourable Thamsanqa Ntuli, accompanied by the Acting Head of the Department of Community Safety and Liaison, Ms Nokuthula Khanyile, Mayor Dlamini from KCD Municipality, and other key stakeholders, commenced the first activation of the Nkandla Crime-Fighting Imbizo with a police briefing on prevailing crime trends, presented by Brigadier Mhlongo of eKombe Police Station.

The report outlined key challenges affecting the Qhudeni area, including stock theft, murder, and gender-based violence (GBV). Following the briefing, the Premier and his delegation proceeded to Qhudeni Library to engage with Community Safety Structures, before heading to Qhudeni Sports Ground for a community engagement session focusing on crime-related issues.

03/10/2025

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3 October 2025

PREMIER NTULI LAUNCHES INANDA COMMUNITY CRIME FIGHTING STRUCTURES

The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Honourable Thamsanqa Ntuli, in his capacity as the Executive Authority of the Department of Community Safety and Liaison, officially welcomed 377 newly trained members from 11 wards within Inanda held at Amaoti Community Hall. These dedicated individuals represent a broad spectrum of community crime-fighting structures, including the Community Police Forum (CPF), Youth Crime Prevention Desk, KwaZulu-Natal Community Crime Prevention Association (KZNCCPA), Neighbourhood Watch, and the Spiritual Crime Prevention Structure.

This milestone forms part of the Department’s ongoing and unwavering commitment to professionalising and capacitating community safety structures across the province of KwaZulu-Natal. The comprehensive training programme delivered to the new recruits focused on key modules critical to enhancing the effectiveness and integrity of community safety interventions.

Through this initiative, the Department aims to ensure that community safety structures are not only operational but are also empowered with the necessary knowledge, discipline, and practical tools to serve with distinction and contribute meaningfully to the fight against crime.

Premier Ntuli continues to underscore the vital role that community policing plays in the broader crime prevention strategy. Inanda remains one of the high-priority areas plagued by persistent criminal activity. In response, the Department of Community Safety and Liaison recently donated a fully equipped mobile police station to the area, a move aimed at strengthening local policing capacity and increasing visibility.

As a result of intensified interventions driven by the Department, in close partnership with law enforcement agencies and volunteer community crime-fighting structures, Inanda has experienced a notable decline in serious crime, particularly in murder and r**e cases. These improvements reflect the tangible impact of coordinated, community-rooted safety strategies.

“We commend the diligence and commitment of our law enforcement officers and community safety volunteers. This collaboration is living proof that when we adopt an integrated, coordinated approach to safety, we can and will dismantle criminal networks and protect our communities,” said Premier Ntuli.

The Premier further applauded the residents of Inanda for responding positively to government’s call for active citizenry and for taking ownership of crime prevention efforts in their communities.

As part of continued efforts to bring lasting safety and stability to the area, Premier Ntuli also announced the official launch of the Inanda Task Team. This initiative, led by the Department of Community Safety and Liaison, will serve as a central coordinating body for the implementation of holistic developmental programmes. Its mandate includes restoring public order, addressing root causes of crime, and reclaiming the streets of Inanda through targeted clean-up and safety campaigns.

Premier Ntuli reaffirmed his administration’s full support for community safety structures and reiterated that sustainable crime prevention is only possible through unity, collaboration, and proactive citizen involvement.

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03/10/2025

The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal Honourable Thamsanqa Ntuli, continues his drive to strengthen community-based crime fighting structures

Premier Ntuli engaged the Community Safety Structures of Inanda in Durban following their completion of an intensive two-day training programme. The training focused on enhancing the capacity of community structures to fight crime, promote safety, and build stronger partnerships with law enforcement. During the engagement, Premier handed over certificates to participants in recognition of their commitment and successful completion of the training.

03/10/2025

02/10/2025

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PREMIER NTULI DEEPENS COMMUNITY POLICING IN INANDA AND LEADS CRIME FIGHTING IMBIZO IN QHUDENI.

The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal Honourable Thamsanqa Ntuli, will this week continue his drive to strengthen community-based crime fighting structures and lead a major crime fighting Imbizo in Qhudeni, under Nkandla Municipality.

Tomorrow, Friday, 03 October 2025, Premier Ntuli will engage with the Community Safety Structures of Inanda in Durban following their completion of an intensive two-day training programme. The training focused on enhancing the capacity of community structures to fight crime, promote safety, and build stronger partnerships with law enforcement. During the engagement, the Premier will hand over certificates to participants in recognition of their commitment and successful completion of the training.

Details of the Inanda stakeholder engagement are as follows:

Date:Friday, 03 October 2025
Time:12h00
Venue: Amaoti Community Hall, Inanda

Meanwhile, on *Saturday, 04 October 2025,* Premier Ntuli will lead a Crime Fighting Imbizo in Qhudeni, under Nkandla Local Municipality, King Cetshwayo District. Prior to the Imbizo, he will engage with Nkandla Community Safety Structures to outline government’s safety interventions and priorities.

Qhudeni has been identified as a crime hotspot, recording high levels of murder, stock theft, assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, and Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF). GBVF continues to be a pressing crisis in KwaZulu-Natal, devastating women, children, and other vulnerable groups.

The Imbizo forms part of the Provincial Government’s broader campaign to strengthen partnerships in the fight against crime and to mobilise communities towards safer and more resilient neighbourhoods. It will bring together government, law enforcement agencies, traditional leaders, and residents to address safety concerns and chart collective solutions.

Details of the Qhudeni Crime Fighting Imbizo

Date: Saturday, 04 October 2025
Time: 10h00
Venue: Qhudeni Sport Field, near Ngwekazi High School, Ward 8, Qhudeni area, Nkandla Local Municipality

Members of the media are invited to cover both events.


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25/09/2025

KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Thamsanqa Ntuli, together with Members of the Executive Council joined the Zulu Nation at Umkhosi weLembe, heeding the call of His Majesty, Isilo Misuzulu kaZwelithini, to honour and celebrate the legacy of King Shaka kaSenzangakhona. A day of unity, pride and heritage as we celebrate the roots that continue to shape our future.It was a day of unity, pride, and heritage as we celebrated the roots that continue to shape our future.

In his address, the Premier underscored the importance of strengthening Community Policing in every ward. He highlighted that this initiative will be central in addressing pressing challenges such as drug abuse, gender-based violence and femicide, undocumented foreign nationals, border management, the functionality of the SAPS, and inter-sectoral collaboration in tackling social ills.

20/09/2025

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Honourable Thamsanqa Ntuli, accompanied by the Acting Head of Department Ms Nokuthula Khanyile attended the 61st Annual Scouts and Cubs Competition Rally, at Richmond Primary School in Richmond, on Saturday 20 September 2025.

The event marked the celebration of the rich history of Scouting in South Africa and the spirit of unity, learning, and leadership that the Scouts embody.

It also brought together thousands of young people from all corners of the province, to showcase their talents, skills, and knowledge.

As a former Scout himself, Premier Ntuli hailed the values that Scouts and Cubs uphold.

Premier Ntuli said the Scout programme, which has been around for 117 years, has inspired young people to become active, engaged citizens in their communities.

He praised the Scouts for engaging in environmental conservation, food gardening, first aid, HIV and AIDS prevention, and digital skills.

The Premier concluded his address by saying that in Scouts, he sees capable leaders who will inspire new hope for a brighter and prosperous KwaZulu-Natal.

19/09/2025

Premier's Engagement with Provincial Executives for Community Safety Structures.

19/09/2025

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PREMIER NTULI TO PRESIDE OVER KWAZULU NATAL ECONOMIC COUNCIL

The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Honourable Thamsanqa Ntuli, will on Friday, 19 September 2025 preside over a full sitting of the KwaZulu-Natal Economic Council.

This strategic forum brings together key stakeholders from government, business, labour, academia, and civil society—united in their commitment to accelerating inclusive and sustainable economic development across the province.

The upcoming sitting forms part of the provincial government's ongoing efforts to drive a collaborative approach to economic growth.

Premier Ntuli will deliver strategic guidance centred on unlocking economic opportunities, driving job creation, enhancing public safety, and creating a favourable environment for investment.

The Economic Council plays a pivotal role in facilitating constructive engagement, fostering innovation, and shaping coordinated strategies to revitalise KwaZulu-Natal’s economy. This high-level engagement underscores the province’s commitment to building a resilient, inclusive, and thriving economy that benefits all its people.

The media is invited to cover the event which will take place as follows:

Date: Friday, 19 September 2025
Time: 09h00 am
Venue:Public Works, Archie Gumede Conference Centre, 455A Jan Smuts Highway, Mayville, Durban, 4001.

Meanwhile, at the same venue, the Premier will once again engage with the Provincial Executive for Community Safety Structures, which include the Community Police Forum, the Crime Prevention Youth Desk, the KZN Community Crime Prevention Association, and the Spiritual Crime Prevention initiative.

These structures will provide an overview of their ongoing work and highlight the challenges they encounter in carrying out their responsibilities.

The details are as follows:
Date:19 September 2025
Time: 13h00.
Venue:Archie Gumede Conferrnce Centre, Mayville.

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18/09/2025

Archie Gumede Conference Center: eThekwini Metro, 18 September 2025

HONOURABLE NTULI LAUNCHES SCHOOL SAFETY PROGRAMME

KwaZulu-Natal Premier and Community Safety and Liaison, Executive Authority, Honourable Thamsanqa Ntuli alongside the Acting MEC for Education, Honourable Thembeni KaMadlopha-Mthethwa and representatives of the Provincial SAPS, launched the school safety programme, to strengthen Safety features in schools around the province.

As part of this programme, the department has begun a process of installing CCTV cameras to heighten Safety of teachers and learners.

A total of 58 schools have been identified by the department of Education and will be the first to rollout this programme.

"We want our schools to be havens of growth and safety of all our pupils", said Honourable Ntuli.

I urge all members of communities to play an active role in ensuring that our school resources and ensure that property is always protected, remarked Ntuli.

The Department of Community Safety and Liaison, department of Education and the provincial SAPS, KwaZulu-Natal Community Crime Prevention Association, CPF and the Spiritual Crime Prevention representatives signed a Memorandum of Understanding ( MOU) that will outline the roll out program and articulate crime prevention interventions that are an integral part of this bold initiative.