http://hdl.handle.net/10386/43 2026-04-12T13:35:13Z 2026-04-12T13:35:13Z Malatjie, Beauty Mogaladi http://hdl.handle.net/10386/4857 2025-02-01T01:00:22Z 2023-01-01T00:00:00Z

The policing of burglary at a residential premises in the Ga-Molepo Village, Limpopo Province Malatjie, Beauty Mogaladi The primary aim of this study was to explore policing of burglary at a residential prem-ises within the Ga-Molepo community. From a qualitative standpoint, data was gath-ered through semi-structured In-depth Individual Interviews (IDIIs). The participants were selected from Tshebela, Rampheri, Mogano and Tshebela. Moreover, a compre-hensive review of the relevant literature and the Broken Window Theory (BWT) was conducted and reviewed to obtain a better understanding of this study. A thematic content analysis procedure was followed to analyse the gathered data. This study was guided by the following objectives:  The prevalence of burglary at a residential premises in the Ga-Molepo community.  To identify the problems experienced by the Ga-Molepo community with policing of burglary.  The effectiveness of policing of burglary in the Ga-Molepo community. The researcher identified that more training is required and more forensic investigators are needed in the South African Police Service (SAPS), because the police are not capable of preventing residential burglary but only respond to crimes that have already been committed (Reactive-policing) and only deal with the burglary backlogs of cases that are already in the SAPS system. The study implemented the Broken Window Theory as a guide for exploring the policing of burglary at a residential premises. The employed theory (Broken Widows Theory - BWT), in reference to societal order, pro-poses that societies must be cautious against the least criminalities. If such disorders or small crimes are not taken seriously, more serious crime can be committed as a result. The police must take all crime as seriously, irrespective of its nature. If the police uphold their old-style role as night guards in opposition of threats to order, then the society flourishes. To advance policing in South Africa through BWT or other ap-proaches we need to raise a culture and capability of planning and evaluating police practices Thesis (M. A. (Criminology)) -- University of Limpopo, 2023

2023-01-01T00:00:00Z Nkadimeng, Cashline http://hdl.handle.net/10386/4849 2025-02-01T01:00:26Z 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z

The effect of witnessing domestic violence among children in Tafelkop, Limpopo Province, South Africa Nkadimeng, Cashline Background: Domestic violence is a widespread problem that has serious consequences, especially for children who experience it. When children see or go through these upsetting situations, it leaves them with emotional scars that affect different parts of their lives. The purpose of this study was to explore and describe the effect of witnessing domestic violence among children in Tafelkop, Limpopo Province. Methodology: This study used a qualitative approach and an exploratory research design. Purposive sampling was used to select 13 children between the age of 8-18 years from Matsepe Drop-in Centre to participate in this study. The sample size was depended on data saturation. One-on-one interviews were conducted with participants using semi-structured interview guide. Data was analyzed using Tesch‘s 8 steps of open coding method. Trustworthiness was ensured through credibility, transferability, dependability, and confirmability. The study was approved by TREC (University of Limpopo Ethics Committee), and permission to conduct the study was granted. Confidentiality, anonymity and privacy of participants were assured. Informed consent was obtained from participants prior their participation. Results: This study found that children who see domestic violence get scared, and this causes problems like wanting to run away from home, avoiding arguments, and feeling emotions like being really mad or sad. Additionally, the study found that when children witness domestic violence, they might develop issues with anger. This can show up as bullying or being aggressive, feeling frustrated a lot, acting out in a mean way, and having big tantrums. The research also showed that children feeling shame or guilt during domestic violence might face long-term effects. They might isolate themselves, struggle to focus, lose interest in things they liked before, and even skip school to cope with these feelings of shame or guilt. Conclusion: This study highlights the severe impact of domestic violence on children, causing fear and various negative outcomes such as anger issues, bullying, and emotional struggles. The findings indicate the importance of early interventions led by professionals such as social workers and school counsellors. Community-wide awareness campaigns are also recommended to educate the public about the harmful effects of domestic violence on children and the crucial role of intervention and support. Thesis (MPH.) -- University of Limpopo, 2024

2024-01-01T00:00:00Z Kwashu, Hennick http://hdl.handle.net/10386/4645 2024-10-02T01:00:12Z 2023-01-01T00:00:00Z

The effectiveness of community policing forum : a case of Ritavi Policing Area, Limpopo Province, South Africa Kwashu, Hennick The native residents of Dan and Petanenge villages under Ritavi Policing Area often witness increasing manifestations of contact crimes [Murder, Assault with the intention to inflict Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH), Gangsterism Rape and Sexual offences and property-related crime, such as burglary at residential premises. The inhabitants in question, together with the surrounding villages are currently living in fear since 2018-to-date (2022). Therefore, this study explores the effectiveness of CPF, using RPA as a case study under Limpopo Province. This study was guided by this study aim (To explore the effectiveness of the CPF in combatting selected crimes at the RPA) and the following Five (05) objectives: 1. To highlight the nature of the most dominant selected crimes occurring at the RPA. 2. To establish factors instigating the selected crime within the RPA. 3. To understand the roles and responsibilities in ensuring adequate CPF in the RPA. 4. To offer challenges faced by RPA in inducting CPF. 5. To offer theoretical [Broken Windows Theory - BTW] foundations on effectiveness of CPF in the RPA. This qualitative study employed the case study research design, aided by the exploratory research objective. About Twenty-five (25) participants, involving SAPS uniform members and past and present CPF members who were selected using the non-probability: Purposive sampling. They were all subjected to the semi-structured face-to-face interviews, this was supported by direct naturalistic observations and literature/documentary studies reviews. For data analysis, the Eight (08) steps of the inductive Textual Content Analysis (TCA) were adopted in this study. Based on the noted study aim and objectives, this study revealed that the nature of the selected crimes is high, and their prevalence does not have effective CPF initiatives to policing them adequately, moreover, the notable factors contributing to the identified crimes are worrying, further offering different behavioural patterns and the attempt in addressing the associated challenges are limited. Equally, the assessment of methods to effectively implement the CPFs structures in the study locations are currently ineffective. This study recommends that the selected study areas should urgently avoid paying for the crime prevention private services to provide detailed crime information to the local SAPS. The local ‘Private Security Companies’ should collaborate with the CPFs and SAPS to aid to the failing crime prevention responsibilities geared towards the selected crimes, moreover, while efficiently working on the restoration of SAPS’s trust by the local community members. The SAPS management should consider persuasive strategies such as frequent education and training of community members and SAPS members [Undergoing refresher courses – Training and workshops], relating to community safety initiatives and implementations of legislative frameworks and policies. To this end, the technological induction should also be prioritised to accelerating prosecutions of the selected crimes and enhance CPF operations in Dan and Petanenge villages. Closer collaborations, interactions and information exchange among relevant stakeholders (CPFs, SAPS and other public and private stakeholders) should be commonly practiced promoting greater awareness about the selected crimes and the importance of CPFs in attempting to combat, prevent and investigate the mentioned crimes. Thesis (M.A. (Criminology)) -- University of Limpopo, 2023

2023-01-01T00:00:00Z Malatjie, Beauty Mogaladi http://hdl.handle.net/10386/4330 2023-10-18T01:00:23Z 2023-01-01T00:00:00Z

The policing of burglary at a residential premises in the Ga-Molepo Village, Limpopo Province Malatjie, Beauty Mogaladi The primary aim of this study was to explore policing of burglary at a residential premises within the Ga-Molepo community. From a qualitative standpoint, data was gath ered through semi-structured In-depth Individual Interviews (IDIIs). The participants were selected from Tshebela, Rampheri, Mogano and Tshebela. Moreover, a compre hensive review of the relevant literature and the Broken Window Theory (BWT) was conducted and reviewed to obtain a better understanding of this study. A thematic content analysis procedure was followed to analyse the gathered data. This study was guided by the following objectives:  The prevalence of burglary at a residential premises in the Ga-Molepo community.  To identify the problems experienced by the Ga-Molepo community with policing of burglary.  The effectiveness of policing of burglary in the Ga-Molepo community. The researcher identified that more training is required and more forensic investigators are needed in the South African Police Service (SAPS), because the police are not capable of preventing residential burglary but only respond to crimes that have already been committed (Reactive-policing) and only deal with the burglary backlogs of cases that are already in the SAPS system. The study implemented the Broken Window Theory as a guide for exploring the policing of burglary at a residential premises. The employed theory (Broken Widows Theory - BWT), in reference to societal order, pro poses that societies must be cautious against the least criminalities. If such disorders or small crimes are not taken seriously, more serious crime can be committed as a result. The police must take all crime as seriously, irrespective of its nature. If the police uphold their old-style role as night guards in opposition of threats to order, then the society flourishes. To advance policing in South Africa through BWT or other ap proaches we need to raise a culture and capability of planning and evaluating police practices. Thesis (M.A. (Criminology)) -- University of Limpopo, 2023

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