Law enforcement agencies, security organisations, businesses and community stakeholders have reaffirmed their commitment to working together to safeguard Vryheid.

Partnerships remain central to community safety

The message emerged from a strategic meeting held yesterday (Wednesday), led by General Mgoza of AbaQulusi Public Safety, Colonel Mazibuko of the South African Police Service (SAPS) and Eugene van Aswegen, AfriForum’s Provincial Coordinator for KwaZulu-Natal.

Lessons from 2021 guide future planning

The meeting focused on strengthening communication, improving cooperation and reviewing contingency plans, while reflecting on the partnerships that helped keep Vryheid largely untouched during the July 2021 unrest.

“This is the same team that played an important role during the 2021 unrest. They came together to ensure that nothing negative happened in our town, and for that they deserve recognition,” said General Mgoza.

Commitment to protecting critical infrastructure

Stakeholders also discussed the protection of critical infrastructure and reaffirmed their commitment to working together to ensure the safety and stability of the community.

The news provided to you in this link comes to you from the editorial staff of the Vryheid Herald, a sold newspaper distributed in the Vryheid area.