The Gauteng Department of e-Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting law enforcement, emphasising that the province’s digital infrastructure is actively bolstering police capabilities.

Expressing deep sadness over the recent discovery of eight women’s bodies in Ekurhuleni, the department acknowledged the pervasive threat of crime across Gauteng and urged residents to remain vigilant.

Over the years, Gauteng has made major investments in digital public safety infrastructure to provide the South African Police Service (SAPS) and local law enforcement with high-tech tools for intelligence gathering, crime detection, and rapid investigation.

Key technological capabilities currently deployed include:

Widespread CCTV Surveillance: Access to 960 provincial CCTV cameras alongside integration with 7,271 Vumacam cameras across Gauteng.

Investigative Tracking: Real-time movement tracking and digital evidence collection to assist detectives in generating leads and building solid cases.

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The Vaal is designated as the next priority area for new CCTV installations.

While technology alone cannot eradicate crime, the department stressed that these high-tech systems give officers a crucial advantage by enhancing situational awareness and speeding up investigations.

Free panic button

Go to Google Play, Huawei Store, or the App Store. Search for “Gauteng Panic Button.” Look for the blue icon labeled “Crime Prevention Panic Button Gauteng.”

Press install: Download the app to your device.

Open the App: Once installed, open the app to start the registration process.

Enter your phone number: Provide your phone number and press “Submit.” You will receive a One-Time Password (OTP) via SMS.

Enter the OTP: Input the OTP and press “Submit.”

Complete Your Profile: Enter your name, surname, phone number, and email (email is optional).

Accept the terms and conditions to complete your registration.