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This research paper by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) provides an overview of the 2007 National Crime and Victimisation Survey (NCVS) in South Africa. It compares data from 2007 with previous surveys from 1998 and 2003 to track trends in victimisation, reporting rates, public perceptions of safety, and the performance of the criminal justice system.

This policy brief by the Institute for Security Studies analyzes voter participation and the outcomes of South Africa's May 2014 national and provincial elections. It highlights a steady decline in electoral participation since 1994, particularly among youth and rural populations, and examines the shifting political landscape as the African National Congress (ANC) faces reduced majorities in urban centers like Gauteng.

This report describes the activities of the Network of Independent Monitors (NIM) in South Africa, focusing on its transition from monitoring political violence to addressing gang crime in the KwaMashu township. It details the development of a gang monitoring system designed to provide early warnings and facilitate community-police partnerships to prevent violence.

This fact sheet by the Institute for Security Studies analyzes South African Police Service (SAPS) violent crime statistics for the period of 1 April 2016 to 30 March 2017. It highlights an increase in murders and aggravated robberies, while noting that decreases in assault and sexual offences may be due to declining reporting rates rather than a reduction in crime. The document argues that police performance has deteriorated due to management crises and political interference, and suggests that long-term reductions in violence require addressing root social causes and improving the quality and frequency of crime data reporting.

This document is a commentary by Natural Justice regarding the 'South Africa’s Oceans Economy Master Plan to 2035 Draft 3 v1'. The submission criticizes the Masterplan for failing to align with international climate obligations, neglecting marine biodiversity, and lacking meaningful consultation with coastal and indigenous communities. Natural Justice argues that the plan prioritizes economic growth and carbon-intensive industries, such as offshore oil and gas exploration, over environmental sustainability and the rights of small-scale fishers.

This report documents the proceedings of a conference titled 'Civil Society – Defeating State Capture and Rebuilding the State', held on 23 October 2019 in Johannesburg. Hosted by the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation and the Public Affairs Research Institute (PARI), the event brought together civil society representatives and academics to analyze the effects of state capture in South Africa and propose reforms to insulate the public service from political interference. The report details discussions on the findings of various commissions of inquiry, strategies for state reform, the role of 'lawfare', parliamentary oversight, and public advocacy, culminating in a 'Civil Society Charter' that outlines a collective commitment to rebuilding democratic institutions.

A fact sheet describing COMPACT, a co-funded European Union programme implemented by PARI, SALGA, and Integrity Action to improve local government planning, accountability, and public participation in South Africa.

A facilitation guide for the COMPACT Local Government Collaboration Model, a five-step process (Purpose, Making Sense, Vision, Implementation, and Reflection) designed to improve public participation and service delivery in South African municipalities. It details a three-phase implementation process including a two-day workshop and a 12-month follow-up cycle, utilizing tools like the Cynefin Framework and stakeholder mapping.

This June 2011 report by the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) provides a civil society perspective on the implementation of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) in South Africa. It evaluates progress against the Country Review Report (CRR) and National Programme of Action (NPoA) across eight governance themes, including the justice system, party-state relations, and service delivery. The report generally finds that while some legislative progress has been made, implementation is often lacking, and there is a significant disconnect between official government reporting and the experiences of civil society.

The South African Youth Gender Action Plan (SA YGAP) is a youth-led framework designed to guide decision-makers, civil society, and the private sector in creating a gender-inclusive society in South Africa. Developed by young people aged 13-30, the plan identifies gaps in existing national and global policies and proposes a seven-pillar approach to dismantle patriarchal and heteronormative structures across education, health, safety, and sustainable transformation.

The 'Jeug GIDS VIR NOODGEREEDHEID' is a guide developed by children and young people aged 13-25 across South Africa, in partnership between UNICEF and Youth@SAIIA. It provides a foundation for young citizens to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies, focusing on building social resilience and community capacity rather than professional first-responder training.

This guide, developed by children and youth aged 13 to 25 in South Africa in collaboration with UNICEF and Youth@SAIIA, provides a framework for young people to prepare for and respond to emergencies. It focuses on building community resilience through risk identification, early warning systems, and the development of personal and community emergency plans.

The Youth Emergency Guide is a resource co-developed by young people aged 13-25 in South Africa, in partnership with UNICEF and the South African Institute of International Affairs (Youth@SAIIA). It provides a framework for children and youth to identify risks, develop emergency plans, and build social resilience to better respond to and prevent disasters, specifically focusing on climate-related hazards, health crises, and civil unrest.

This guide, developed by UNICEF and the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) in collaboration with South African youth aged 13 to 25, provides a framework for young people to prepare for and respond to emergency situations. It focuses on building community resilience, identifying hazards, creating emergency plans, and navigating the recovery process following disasters such as floods, fires, and civil unrest.

A case study by WWF South Africa detailing the establishment and impact of the South Coast Small-Scale and Community Fishing Forum in KwaZulu-Natal, which supports over 500 fishers across eight co-operatives through governance training, strategic partnerships, and capacity building.

A report by WWF South Africa detailing efforts between 2020 and 2025 to secure water supply through community-public-private partnerships (CPPPs) and corporate funding in strategic water source areas.

The Sustainable Landscape Finance Coalition Survey 1 results indicate that a plurality of conservation stakeholders face significant funding shortages, with 44.44% reporting insufficient financing. Key barriers include a reliance on short-term donor cycles and limited access to diverse funding streams. Respondents emphasized the importance of stakeholder collaboration and the integration of community needs to achieve long-term financial and environmental sustainability.

The WWF Sanlam Living Waters Partnership Five-year Review documents the outcomes of a collaboration launched in August 2007 between WWF South Africa and Sanlam to manage South Africa's marine and freshwater ecosystems. The partnership focused on innovative conservation solutions, capacity building, and public awareness to address water scarcity and the degradation of aquatic resources.

This fact sheet describes the Northern Drakensberg Collaborative (NDC), a multistakeholder partnership formalised in May 2023 to improve the stewardship of water and natural resources in the Northern Drakensberg Strategic Water Source Area. The NDC focuses on addressing water insecurity, unequal water access, food security, and climate change resilience in a region critical for water supply to multiple South African provinces.

The 'Umlibo Lesson Plans' is a teaching guide published by WWF South Africa designed for high-school, post-matric, and adult learners. The resource uses a large tapestry and accompanying personal stories from artists in Hamburg, Eastern Cape, to educate students on climate change, environmental hazards, and sustainable livelihoods through four structured lessons.