Crime activists question Cape Town Mayor's plan for a dedicated detective unit

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has pledged to create a dedicated detective unit staffed by Metro Police investigators to tackle gang violence, firearms, and drug cases. Crime activists, including Hanif Loonat, are skeptical, stating that the city must first demonstrate effective use of existing policing resources before promising new units. They fear the initiative could become a political project or create competition between law enforcement agencies. The pledge was made during a campaign visit to Delft.