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This research paper analyzes 2003 data from the National Injury Mortality Surveillance System (NIMSS) to examine homicide patterns in South Africa's major urban centers. It identifies homicide as the leading cause of injury-related deaths, highlighting the significant roles of firearms and alcohol, and noting a disproportionate impact on males aged 15 to 44.

This research paper by the Institute for Security Studies examines the purported link between the HIV/AIDS epidemic, the resulting increase in orphaned children, and rising crime rates in Africa, particularly southern Africa. The author argues that while the epidemic creates environments conducive to crime through poverty and demographic shifts, there is little empirical evidence to suggest that AIDS orphans are disproportionately more likely to commit crimes than other poor children.

This research paper examines how social stigma and cultural taboos act as primary barriers to HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment in Botswana and South Africa, arguing that financial resources alone are insufficient to combat the pandemic if fear of discrimination prevents people from seeking testing and care.

This research paper introduction reviews the literature on two distinct waves of forced migration to South Africa: Mozambicans fleeing civil war in the 1980s and people from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) arriving from the early 1990s onwards. The author contrasts the social profiles and legal contexts of these two groups while highlighting a persistent pattern of xenophobia and a gap between formal legal rights and social practice in South Africa.

This research paper examines the experiences of Congolese forced migrants in South Africa, detailing their transition from a middle-class professional background in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to survivalist roles in the South African informal economy. It analyzes the demographic profile of these refugees, the social networks they form, the institutional barriers they face, and their specific niches within the urban labor market.

This research paper examines the experiences of Mozambican refugees who fled the civil war (1979–1992) and settled in South Africa, primarily in the former homelands of Gazankulu and KaNgwane. It analyzes the complex interplay of ethnic solidarity, systemic exploitation in the labor market, and the failure of repatriation and regularization programs to fully integrate these populations into South African society.

This report from the Institute for Security Studies provides a comprehensive analysis of South African crime statistics for the 2003/04 financial year, alongside thematic studies on the implementation of the Domestic Violence Act, the 2005 firearms amnesty, and the nature of gang rape in inner-city Johannesburg.

This research paper examines the illicit trafficking of stolen and hijacked vehicles from South Africa into Zimbabwe, specifically focusing on the Beit Bridge border post. It analyzes the methods used by criminal networks, the institutional challenges of border policing, and the systemic weaknesses that facilitate smuggling.

This research paper reviews the origins, development, and challenges of the Moral Regeneration Movement (MRM) in South Africa, an initiative designed to address crime and social decay by promoting morality and positive values.

This case study examines the implementation of sector policing in the West Rand area of Johannesburg, South Africa, starting in April 2003. It describes a transition from a centralized, 'saturation' style of policing to a decentralized model focused on local knowledge and long-term problem-solving. The document details the operational requirements of the sectors, the distinction between routine risk identification and complex problem-solving, and the resulting qualitative changes in police-civilian relations.

This research paper examines the history of violence and instability within South Africa's minibus taxi industry, tracing its origins from apartheid-era deregulation to post-1994 conflicts. It analyzes the failures of government attempts to re-regulate and recapitalize the industry, highlighting disputes over funding, vehicle specifications, and industry representation.

This executive summary from the South African Institute of International Affairs describes Mali as a stable, democratic West African country with strong economic growth driven largely by a gold mining boom and South African investment.

This December 2003 issue of Crime Quarterly, published by the Institute for Security Studies, provides a multi-faceted analysis of crime trends and policing strategies in South Africa. It examines 2002/3 crime statistics, the investigation of farm attacks, the implementation of sector policing, the rise of gated communities via private security, social crime prevention, judicial processes for firearm unfitness, and the emergence of methamphetamine on the Cape Flats.

A 2002 survey in Meadowlands, Soweto, reveals high rates of victimisation, particularly burglary, robbery, and assault. While police and general public sentiment often blame foreigners for crime, Meadowlands residents identify local unemployed youth living within the community as the primary offenders. The study also highlights a high prevalence of domestic violence and a misalignment between police priorities (such as car hijacking) and the actual most frequent crimes experienced by residents.

This report by the Institute for Security Studies details a focused household survey of 200 residents across 10 residential hotels in Hillbrow, Johannesburg. The study examines the prevalence of crime, drug trafficking, prostitution, and the experiences of foreign migrants and female residents in these hotels, which are identified as significant crime hotspots.

This report details the activities of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) during the World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD) held in Johannesburg, South Africa, in August and September 2002. It outlines the IAI's participation in official sessions and alternative forums, specifically focusing on climate change, biodiversity, and ecosystem monitoring.

This briefing paper assesses the outcomes of the World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD), held from 26 August to 4 September 2002 in Johannesburg. It details the resulting political declarations, implementation plans, and partnership commitments, while analyzing the political tensions between developed and developing nations regarding renewable energy targets, corporate accountability, and the role of the WTO in environmental governance.

This briefing by Friends of the Earth International (FoEI) criticizes Anglo-American Plc for its poor social and environmental record in South Africa, Zambia, and Peru, while highlighting the company's role as a funder of the Johannesburg Earth Summit and its presence in the official UK delegation.

This research paper analyzes the systemic failures of the South African criminal justice system, focusing on the police and prosecution services. It argues that while policing and incarceration are resource-intensive, enhancing the capacity of the prosecution service is the most affordable and effective strategic priority to reduce case backlogs, decrease prison overcrowding, and restore public confidence in the rule of law.

A February 2002 statement by the Center for International Environmental Law and other organizations calling on U.S. President George W. Bush to attend the World Summit on Sustainable Development in Johannesburg, South Africa, and to commit to specific environmental actions.