2009-10-09: Public safety mall campaigns
THE City of Joburg is proud to host a series of public safety and law enforcement mall campaigns where safety initiatives in preparation for summer and the festive season will be showcased. The aim is to create awareness about safety and security amongst the citizens of Johannesburg.
Member of the Mayoral Committee responsible for Public Safety, Councillor Elgina Ndhlovu has identified an opportunity whereby the three law and safety enforcement agencies, namely
Joburg Emergency Management Services ( Joburg EMS) – on safety
Joburg Metropolitan Police Department – on law enforcement and
South African Police Services (SAPS) – on policing
can collaborate and partner in the hosting of these mall campaigns.
By using the shopping malls, the city is creating a platform whereby interaction with the city’s customers is done informally, in a relaxed atmosphere.
Included in the programme are advices on career paths by all agencies.
Key messages on
Firearm use
Alcohol and drug abuse
swimming pool cover by-law and
Road safety (arrive alive)
AARTO
Traffic offences and by law enforcement.
Entertainment will include Mascots, puppet show every hour and giving-aways.
The schedule is from 10h00 to 15h00 on:
10 October – Southgate Mall
11 October – Maponya Mall
15 October – Carlton Centre
16 October – Jabulani Mall
17 October – Oriental Plaza
18 October – Northgate Mall
For media queries contact:
Thembelihle Radebe
Media & Communications
Region C & D
Public Liaison Department
CITY OF JOBURG
Tel. (011) 407-7353
E-mail: ThembelihleR@joburg.org.za
