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This research paper by Clarence Tshitereke of the Institute for Security Studies examines the challenges of political party funding in South Africa and internationally. It analyzes the tension between public and private funding, the risks of corruption and 'influence peddling' associated with private donations, and the specific dangers of foreign contributions. The author argues that South Africa's young democracy is vulnerable due to a lack of disclosure requirements for private funding and suggests various regulatory mechanisms to secure democratic integrity.

This fact sheet from the Institute for Security Studies calls for a new, multi-disciplinary approach to combatting rising serious violent crime in South Africa, emphasizing the need for police professionalization and a comprehensive strategy to address the root causes of violence.

This policy brief by the Institute for Security Studies examines the necessity and implementation of security sector reform (SSR) in Zimbabwe following the September 2008 Global Political Agreement (GPA). It analyzes how colonial heritage, liberation struggle culture, and regime-centric threat perceptions have led to a security apparatus characterized by a lack of accountability and a tendency toward the excessive use of force. The document proposes a phased approach to reform, prioritizing immediate stability and the prevention of military interference in politics, followed by long-term institutional overhauls of the criminal justice system.

This fact sheet from the Institute for Security Studies examines the use and risks of less-lethal weapons (LLWs) by the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the Department of Correctional Services (DCS), highlighting gaps in regulation and accountability.

The provided text consists of the abbreviations, acronyms, and acknowledgments sections of a monograph focused on enhancing the capacity to combat money laundering in East and Southern Africa, produced by the Institute for Security Studies with funding from the Royal Norwegian Government.

This report by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) investigates the theft of gold and platinum group metals (PGM) from South African mines and refineries between 1999 and 2004. It examines the role of organised crime syndicates, the effectiveness of security measures, and the relationship between the mining industry and the South African Police Service (SAPS). The study highlights significant discrepancies in crime reporting and suggests that the scale of theft is far greater than official recovery statistics indicate, driven by international smuggling networks.

This research paper discusses the ecological factors influencing children's involvement in gangs, specifically within the context of South Africa. Using a nested systems model, it identifies risk and protective factors across individual, microsystem, exosystem, and macrosystem levels, while arguing that the state has failed to uphold children's rights to safety, education, and recreation.

This monograph introduces the theory and practice of criminal justice in Africa, examining how colonial legacies, political instability, and the interests of ruling elites shape legal systems. It explores the tension between retributive Western-centric models and indigenous restorative justice, while providing specific case studies on the challenges of bail and human rights in Nigeria, the dual legal system in Uganda, and the political use of the judiciary in Zimbabwe and South Africa.

This document is a summary of the proceedings from a seminar held on 22 May 2008 in Pretoria, hosted by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS). The seminar focused on analyzing the Prohibition of Mercenary Activities and Regulation of Certain Activities in Areas of Armed Conflict Act 27 of 2006, specifically examining its impact on South African citizens, the military profession, and the regulation of private security and military companies (PSCs/PMCs).

This report by Roelf Meyer describes the transition of South Africa from apartheid to a liberal democracy, detailing the negotiated settlement process that lasted over four years and resulted in a new constitution.

This report chapter examines the intersection of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and crime, detailing how digital advancements enable new criminal opportunities and challenge traditional law enforcement paradigms. It explores the shift from tangible crime scenes to virtual dimensions and analyzes five technological trends—miniaturisation, ubiquitous computing, the semantic web, peer-to-peer networks, and digital paper—that influence both legal and illegal activities.

This report examines international and national approaches to combating cybercrime, with a specific focus on South Africa's legislative efforts, including the Electronic Communications and Transactions Bill, and the challenges faced by law enforcement and the judiciary in addressing electronic crime.

This report chapter examines South Africa's approach to electronic crime and the development of 'e-law' to regulate e-commerce and e-communication. It argues that legislation alone is insufficient to combat e-crime, advocating instead for a multi-pillared approach that combines law, law enforcement capacity, and consumer education.

This executive summary from the Institute for Security Studies examines the challenges of e-crime and the legislative responses in Africa and South Africa. It highlights the disconnect between the trans-border nature of digital crime and the territorial limits of law enforcement, while detailing South Africa's efforts to align its electronic transactions legislation with international standards like the European Treaty on Cybercrime.

The provided text consists of a series of endnotes and bibliographic references from a report published by the Institute for Security Studies. These notes cite sources related to cybercrime, information and communication technologies (ICTs), e-commerce, and legal frameworks, with a particular focus on South Africa.

This research paper by Thandi Modisei examines the integration of various statutory and non-statutory armed forces into the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) following the negotiated settlement of the early 1990s. It details the transition from a process of 'absorption' dominated by the South African Defence Force (SADF) to a genuine 'integration' driven by political oversight, the Ministry of Defence, and a shift in military leadership following the removal of General George Meiring.

This report presents the results of a survey conducted between August and October 2000 by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) involving 154 experts on corruption in South Africa. The study explores conceptual understandings of corruption, its perceived extent and causes, and evaluates the effectiveness of government responses, anti-corruption agencies, and specific strategies.

This monograph, edited by Hussein Solomon and published by the Institute for Security Studies in May 1997, examines the evolution, principles, and challenges of South African foreign policy following the transition to democracy in 1994. It analyzes the tension between the government's declared commitment to human rights and democracy and its pragmatic bilateral relations with states such as Cuba, Libya, and the People's Republic of China. The text explores South Africa's role as a regional hegemon in Southern Africa, its engagement with the African continent, and the theoretical debate over whether it should pursue 'middle power' or 'co-operative' leadership.

This monograph, published by the Institute for Security Studies in September 1997, examines commercial crime and public sector corruption in South Africa. It consists of two main parts: a report by the Business Against Crime working group identifying systemic blockages in the criminal justice system regarding white-collar crime, and a study by Lala Camerer on how government corruption specifically impacts poverty alleviation programmes, with a focus on social security grants.

This report by the Institute for Security Studies evaluates anti-corruption efforts within the South African Department of Social Development (DSD), specifically focusing on the delivery of social grants. It examines the transition from a fragmented apartheid-era system to a centralized model involving the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) and the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), while highlighting systemic challenges such as poverty, maladministration, and inter-agency tensions.