Answer to Question #211988 in English for Senamiso

Question

Discuss the three causes and three effects of crime in South Africa. Write a research based essay.

Answer 1

Studies show that levels of crime are attributed to poverty, problems with delivery of public services, and wealth disparity. The Institute for Security Studies also highlighted factors beyond poverty and inequality, particularly social stress from uncaring environments in early childhood and subsequent lack of guardianship.

Global Peace Index shows that South Africa is ranked the tenth most unsafe place in the world! The index also estimates that violent consumes as much as 19% of the country's GDP. This means that the South African government spends almost $67 billion per annum only to contain violence!