City of Johannesburg steps up safety drive with new technology, fire engines and crime-busting units

By Thapelo Molefe

The City of Johannesburg’s MMC for Public Safety, Mgcini Tshwaku, says the city is making strides toward building “a safer and more resilient Johannesburg” through technology, new emergency vehicles, and intensified law enforcement operations.

Speaking during a media briefing on Wednesday, Tshwaku outlined the Department of Public Safety’s performance and achievements over the past year, from November 2024 to October 2025, and revealed key plans for the 2025/26 financial year.

“This media engagement is part of our commitment to transparency, accountability, and public engagement in matters of safety and security in the city,” said Tshwaku.

“We have heard our communities’ concerns, from crime to food safety and emergency response, and we are taking proactive steps to