Mpho Mtshali

07 Feb 2014 / by Lizette Lancaster and Mpho Mtshali

Getting to the bottom of what really drives public violence in South Africa

The solution to preventing violent public behaviour should begin with comprehensive data gathering, says Lizette Lancaster.

03 Dec 2013 / by Lizette Lancaster and Mpho Mtshali

How safe is South Africa over the festive season?

Levels of serious crime spike each year in December. But police statistics aren't detailed and current enough to enable accurate responses and prevention.

04 Jun 2013 / by Johan Burger and Mpho Mtshali

Can public involvement improve the quality of police recruitment in South Africa?

The police minister believes that the public should be involved in establishing the suitability of potential police recruits, but important questions must be considered before this approach is put into place.

21 May 2013 / by Hamadziripi Tamukamoyo, Mpho Mtshali and Reitumetse Mofana

Why the National Development Plan benefits South Africa's working class

Union leadersÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ attacks on the NDP appear to ignore its positive recommendations, such as those related to tackling corruption.