BULAWAYO has launched the closed circuit television (CCTV) system to assist the police fight crime by using the latest technology and artificial intelligence to trace criminals.
Early this week, the Business Against Crime Forum partnered Safeguard and the police to launch the CCTV system in the city centre.
Bulawayo Metropolitan Affairs and Devolution minister Judith Ncube officiated at the launch.
Safeguard representative Themba Chakamanyanga briefed everyone in attendance on how the CCTV system would function.
“The cameras are located at Bulawayo Centre focusing on Pick n Pay as it is a hotspot for crime. The machine generally works on motion detection. The machine has artificial intelligence and it can cover over four months of footage,” Chakamanga said.
The cameras will also be installed at various other spots across the city.
Chakamanga said they were planning to also have the CCTVs to be installed at tollgates and airports.
He said the CCTVs can function at night to help fight crimes committed under the cover of darkness.
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National police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi welcome the installation of the CCTVs in Bulawayo.
“What is happening in Bulawayo is a milestone. Vehicles which cause chaos and vehicles used to commit crimes will now be trapped,” he said.
“I also urge other cities to do what Bulawayo has done. Bulawayo has proven to have unity of purpose.”
Catholic church members hailed the police for joining hands with the churches in support of the fight against crime.
“It is very good and helpful. As Christians, we are delighted and must unite, pray and join forces with the police to help the city move forward,” a Catholic church member said.
