South Africa has released its latest national crime statistics, offering a snapshot of safety and law enforcement trends in one of Africa's largest economies.

The figures show a decline in the country's murder rate for the third quarter of the financial year, covering October to December 2025, marking a continued downward trend after years of increases. 

At the same time, authorities have announced the establishment of a special task team to investigate alleged corruption and organised criminal infiltration within sections of the police and metro police services.

The move follows findings from the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, which is examining political interference and criminality within South Africa's justice system.

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia released the statistics in Pretoria on Friday.

Channel Africa's Sisi Segalo reports....