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ActionSA congratulates Lt. Gen. Sizakhele Dyantyi on his appointment as Western Cape Provincial Police Commissioner. At a time when communities across the province continue to bear the brunt of gangsterism, violent crime and extortion, his appointment presents an opportunity to restore confidence in policing and strengthen the fight against organised crime.

Lt. Gen. Dyantyi brings valuable operational experience, having served in some of South Africa's most challenging policing environments, including Nyanga and the West Coast. We are encouraged by his commitment to prioritising gang violence and trust that his experience will translate into decisive action against the criminal networks that continue to terrorise communities across the Western Cape.

For far too long, innocent residents have been caught in the crossfire of gang violence while businesses and families have increasingly fallen victim to extortion. Communities are crying out for a police service that is visible, proactive and intelligence-driven, and one that relentlessly pursues those who prey on law-abiding South Africans. We are hopeful that Lt. Gen. Dyantyi's appointment marks the beginning of a renewed and collaborative approach to policing in the province.

ActionSA stands ready to support every genuine effort to combat gangsterism, dismantle organised crime and restore public confidence in SAPS. We wish Lt. Gen. Dyantyi every success in his new role and look forward to working constructively with him in the shared interest of building safer communities for all.

Issued by ActionSA Cape Town Mayoral candidate Dereleen James