Johannesburg, South Africa – Political parties in South Africa are calling for the removal of President Cyril Ramaphosa and Police Minister Bheki Cele in response to the recently released alarming crime statistics. The parties believe that both Ramaphosa and Cele have failed to effectively address the country’s high crime rates.

According to the latest crime statistics, released by the South African Police Service, there has been a significant increase in violent crimes such as murder, sexual assault, and robbery. This has caused widespread concern and dissatisfaction among citizens, prompting political parties to demand accountability from the country’s leadership.

The Democratic Alliance, the Economic Freedom Fighters, and other opposition parties have accused Ramaphosa and Cele of being ineffective in addressing crime and ensuring the safety of South African citizens. They argue that the government’s response to the crime crisis has been inadequate, and that urgent action is needed to combat the pervasive violence and criminal activity in the country.

In a press conference, Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen stated that “the crime statistics reflect a failure of leadership and a lack of political will to effectively tackle crime in South Africa.” He called for the removal of both Ramaphosa and Cele, emphasizing the need for new leadership that prioritizes the safety and security of all South Africans.

The Economic Freedom Fighters echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the need for a “complete overhaul of the country’s law enforcement and security apparatus.” The party condemned the government’s handling of the crime crisis and called for decisive action to address the root causes of crime in South Africa.

In response to the growing calls for their removal, both President Ramaphosa and Minister Cele have defended their records on crime prevention, citing ongoing efforts to improve law enforcement and address the underlying socio-economic factors contributing to crime. However, the opposition parties remain adamant in their stance that new leadership is necessary to effectively combat the country’s crime epidemic.