What is the Police?
The police are a constituted body of persons empowered by a state, with the aim to enforce the law, ensure the safety, health, and possessions of citizens, and prevent crime and civil disorder.
Their lawful powers include arrest and the use of force legitimized by the state via the monopoly on violence.
Minister Of Police South Africa Contact Details
Postal Address: Private Bag X463, PRETORIA, 0001
Street Address: Telkom Towers, North Wing, 24th floor, 152 Johannes Ramokhoase Street, Pretoria
Phone: 021 467 7030
Fax: 021 467 7031
What is the highest police rank in South Africa?
The national commissioner is the highest-ranking police officer in the country with commissioners in each province who report to him.
What to do if the police are not helping?
Report your complaint directly to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IoPC) website where you can select your force and it will take you to their complaints page, or you can lodge your complaint with the IoPC using their online form.
Who is the inspector general of police in South Africa?
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Mr. Imtiaz Fazel as the Inspector-General of Intelligence for a period of five years with effect from 1 November 2022, following approval by the National Assembly of Mr. Fazel’s nomination for the position.