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  • Start a Neighbourhood Watch to reduce crime

    We're supporting accredited Neighbourhood Watch groups with training and funding. Start one today!

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  • Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP)

    The Law Enforcement Advancement Programme (LEAP) is a joint initiative between the City of Cape Town and the Western Cape Government.

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  • Take advantage of the opportunities of The Chrysalis Academy

    Unleashing the potential of youth in the Western Cape with Life Skills Training Programmes.

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Welcome to our new website

Where you can find provincial government services and information.

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Community Safety Forums

Neighbourhood watch

Neighbourhood Watch Accreditation and Support Programme

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Western Cape Police Ombusman

News and speeches

News and Speeches

Keep up to date with the latest news, speeches and events in our Department.

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Projects and Programmes

Learn more about our special programmes and services designed for your safety.

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About us

Find out more about what our Department does For You.

Contact us

Contact us

Need to get hold of us? View the ways, you can reach out to our Department.

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Meet the Minister

Anroux Marais is the Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety.