The Community Police Forum’s responsibilities are to:

  • Advise the SAPS regarding local policing priorities; jointly identify policing priorities for presentation to the MEC for Community Safety.
  • Facilitate in resolving concerns, problems and complaints from community members regarding policing.
  • Harmonise the relationship between the police and the community.
  • Request the Station Commissioner to provide crime information analysis on policing on a quarterly basis and as when it is required.
  • Obtain regular feedback from the community about the quality of police service delivery.
  • Initiate and support community based crime prevention projects.
  • Inform the community about the activities of the CPF and sub-forums and engage them accordingly.
  • Ensure effective management of the forum’s resources.
  • Monitor and request reports on the activities of the Sectors and ensure the sharing of good practices