Media Advisory

Deputy Ministers Jeffery and Mathale to give feedback on efforts to end violent crimes in Richmond Local Municipality

04 May 2023

The Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mr John Jeffery, and the Deputy Minister of Police, Mr Cassel Mathale, will as part of government’s efforts to end violent crimes, jointly host the Integrated Ministerial Stakeholder Engagement on Friday, 05 May 2023, at Richmond Sports Complex (Richmond, KwaZulu-Natal Province).

Richmond Local Municipality has in the recent past, risen to notoriety over proliferation of violent crimes. It is envisaged that members of the media and stakeholders, will during the event be appraised with a feedback on prominent violent incidents within the Richmond area.

The event seeks to strengthen partnerships and mobilise all the sectors of society in the fight against crime. Deputy Ministers Jeffery and Mathale will be joined by the Minister of Transport, Ms Sindisiwe Chikunga, in her capacity as the District Development Model Champion in Umgungundlovu District Municipality.

Members of the media are invited as follows:

Date: 05 May 2023
Time: 09:00
Venue: Richmond Sports Complex, Nelson Street, Richmond, KZN

For media confirmations contact Mr Kgomotso Makinta on 083 631 1986/ Kmakinta@justice.gov.za.

Issued by the Ministry of Justice and Correctional Services

Enquiries:
Mr. Chrispin Phiri
Spokesperson: Ministry of Justice and Correctional Services
081 781 2261
Or
Ms. Lirandzu Themba
Spokesperson: Ministry of Police
082 604 9080