PUB4869
Assignment 6 (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2024 (813140) - DUE 1
September 2024
, PUB4869
Assignment 6 Semester 2 2024
DUE 1 September 2024
Title Page
Title: Enhancing Policy Control in the South African Police Service: A Report to Minister
Bheki Cele
Module Code: PUB4869
Assignment Unique Number: 813140
Name: [Your Initials and Surname]
Student Number: [Your Student Number]
1.0 Introduction
Minister Cele,
As a seasoned public official, you are undoubtedly aware of the critical importance of
translating public policies into successful actions that have a tangible impact on the lives
of South African citizens. The gap between policy creation and its implementation is a
significant issue, particularly within the South African Police Service (SAPS). The
transition from the South African Police Force to the SAPS was more than a mere
rebranding; it signaled a shift towards a more community-oriented approach to policing,
emphasizing service over force (South African Police Service Act 68 of 1995).
However, despite these intentions, incidents of police misconduct persist, undermining
public trust and the effectiveness of policing. In this report, I will discuss the necessity of
implementing tried-and-tested control measures within the SAPS to ensure that the
Assignment 6 (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2024 (813140) - DUE 1
September 2024
, PUB4869
Assignment 6 Semester 2 2024
DUE 1 September 2024
Title Page
Title: Enhancing Policy Control in the South African Police Service: A Report to Minister
Bheki Cele
Module Code: PUB4869
Assignment Unique Number: 813140
Name: [Your Initials and Surname]
Student Number: [Your Student Number]
1.0 Introduction
Minister Cele,
As a seasoned public official, you are undoubtedly aware of the critical importance of
translating public policies into successful actions that have a tangible impact on the lives
of South African citizens. The gap between policy creation and its implementation is a
significant issue, particularly within the South African Police Service (SAPS). The
transition from the South African Police Force to the SAPS was more than a mere
rebranding; it signaled a shift towards a more community-oriented approach to policing,
emphasizing service over force (South African Police Service Act 68 of 1995).
However, despite these intentions, incidents of police misconduct persist, undermining
public trust and the effectiveness of policing. In this report, I will discuss the necessity of
implementing tried-and-tested control measures within the SAPS to ensure that the
