High – and rising – Cape Town murder rate surprises world – The Economist
EDINBURGH — The high, and rising, Cape Town murder rate has attracted the attention of international analysts. After years in which the rate has reportedly declined, there has been a sharp uptick in killings. According to South African crime analysts, much of the violence is linked to Cape Flats gangs that mimic the behaviour of gangs in US cities. A corrupt police force has nurtured criminal activity. Don't be fooled by the images of beautiful beaches and the distinctive mountain, is the message from The Economist to its global audience; when you venture out into the scenic Cape Town landscape you run the risk of being a crime victim. – Jackie Cameron
By Thulasizwe Sithole
Cape Town is back in the world spotlight in connection with its high, and rising, murder rate.
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