South Africa mulls using military to combat organized crime Chrispin Mwakideu © 2026 Deutsche Welle

South Africa mulls using military to combat organized crime Chrispin Mwakideu 02/18/2026February 18, 2026 President Cyril Ramaphosa's announced plan to deploy the military to fight crime has elicited mixed reactions from South Africans. Analysts say public confidence can only be restored through a policing overhaul. https://www.dw.com/en/south-africa-mulls-using-military-to-combat-organized-crime/a-76015985 © 2026 Deutsche Welle