South African Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has announced the rollout of body-worn cameras for police officers, starting April 2025.

The decision comes in response to a question from the Democratic Alliance, a South African nonprofit, asking when the police service will implement body cameras.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) revealed that it will purchase 100 cameras this year at R28,818 per unit, totaling R2.88 million annually and R14.4 million over five years.

The use of body cameras is crucial for enhancing transparency, accountability, and public trust in policing.