CCTV placement in Gaborone City, Botswana: A critical review through the lens of Situational Crime Prevention theory

Public surveillance technology through the installation of Closed-Circuit Television cameras (CCTV) has been widely acknowledged as a tool for monitoring population movements and preventing crime. Based on this technological value, the installation of CCTV cameras has become a growing trend in many cities globally. The year 2018 will be remembered as the year when CCTV cameras were first installed in the city of Gaborone, Botswana, and its surrounding villages for purposes of detecting criminal activities and preventing crime. The value of CCTV cameras in preventing crime and as an investigative tool has been an area of interest among researchers. Among scholarly studies on this field, the focus has been on the effectiveness of CCTV cameras in preventing crime and their value as an investigative tool. Since CCTV cameras have just been installed in the city of Gaborone, it may be too early to evaluate the extent to which they effectively prevent crime in this city. The purpose of this study is to document the use of public surveillance cameras in Gaborone and its surrounding areas and assess their geographic placement in light of the principles of Situational Crime Prevention (SCP) theory. Using data collected through site observation and key informant interviews, we argue for a rigorous review and assessment of the current installation and placement of CCTV cameras in Gaborone city and further scholarly study to measure and evaluate the effectiveness of CCTV camera use for crime prevention in this city

Politician trojan horse issue

This article examines the concept of "Trojan Horse politics" and the challenges associated with priority-based political development in the context of the 2024 simultaneous elections, using an ethical Trojan Horse strategy from a political philosophy perspective. The research is based on a comprehensive literature review of priority-based political frameworks. Data on moral virtues were gathered from various journal articles, academic papers, government reports, social media, online sources, and expert writings, particularly those of Thomas Aquinas. The data analysis employs philosophical hermeneutics, including verstehen, translation, and interpretation techniques. The study, conducted over three months, reveals that prioritisation is critical in selecting potential political leaders and representatives. Virtue should motivate all competencies, guiding prospective leaders in recognising their calling to address societal issues, crafting a vision, setting political agendas, formulating policy programs, and taking bold actions. Furthermore, it underscores the importance of resilience, the ability to inspire risk-taking, and the stimulation of social capital, charisma, and collective potential in fostering national sustainability and achieving social welfare. In preparation for the 2024 elections, political parties must undertake thorough vetting processes and disclose the histories of their candidates to ensure that elected leaders prioritise the public good

Social media and religion: Missiological perspective on the link between Facebook and the emergence of prophetic churches in southern Africa

Christian Spirituality, Church History and Missiolog