The Daily News

Most South Africans are fed up with the crime rate. To those who have not yet been victims of crime it is only  a matter of time before that happens.

The remarks made by the deputy Minister of Safety and Security, although irresponsible, is welcomed by many in South Africa. Her statement comes at a time when the crime level has reached 'boiling point.' Perhaps it is an indication that the government has realised the gravity of the situation. Many lives have been lost because of our crime rate and the minister has 'realised' this.

Our police force is under heavy pressure by having to cope with criminals who are better armed than them. All South Africans are at a much greater risk and more vulnerable because of this. For however the minister's statement is perceived let us hope that it is a turning point of our government to act against crime with urgency.

If our government hesitates to act, May God Almighty protect us all.

Yusuf