Gauteng’s ‘instant cops’ hit the streets — and they're armed

Security analysts raise doubts about deploying the 4,000 wardens with firearms after a short selection and training period

30 April 2023 - 00:00 By KGAUGELO MASWENENG AND PENWELL DLAMINI

About 4,000 “crime-prevention wardens” for Gauteng graduate today at Giants Stadium in Soshanguve — and when they hit the streets tomorrow they’ll be armed with guns.  ..

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