Law enforcement says all systems go for municipal elections
NATJOINTS has warned that it will not tolerate any form of criminality, adding that law enforcement officers will not hesitate to act against anyone who breaks the law.
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Law enforcement authorities say it is all systems go as millions of South Africans head to the polls on Wednesday.
The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) said all officers and soldiers are on standby to ensure safe, secure and free elections across the country.
NATJOINTS has warned that it will not tolerate any form of criminality, adding that law enforcement officers will not hesitate to act against anyone who breaks the law.
A total of 29 million South Africans have registered to vote at more than 23,000 voting stations nationwide.
Voting stations will open at 7am and close at 9pm.
NATJOINTS co-chairperson Tebello Mosikili has assured the public that all law enforcement agencies are committed to fulfilling their mandate and ensuring a peaceful electoral process.
"Members of law enforcement must be decisive in executing their mandate and in maintaining law and order. There will be no excuses where crime is committed. There will be no negotiation where crime is committed. The decision must be taken accordingly."
Article by Tsholofelo Tsoku.