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The killing of a Democratic Alliance councillor in the Free State has renewed concerns about political violence and the safety of elected representatives in South Africa.
The killing of a Democratic Alliance councillor in the Free State has renewed concerns about political violence and the safety of elected representatives in South Africa. While the circumstances and motive behind the killing remain subject to investigation, the incident raises broader questions about violence at local government level, the factors that drive political killings and the effectiveness of measures to prevent them.
Guest: Dr Guy Lamb - commissioner at the National Planning Commission (Justice and Security)
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