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The legal framework, governing structure, and constitutional authority of the Gauteng Provincial Community Police Board — established under the South African Police Service Act No. 68 of 1995.
The GPCPB is a statutory body — not a voluntary association or an advisory panel. Its existence and authority are mandated by Section 18 of the SAPS Act No. 68 of 1995. This gives the Board a unique and exclusive standing that no other community structure holds.
The Community Police Forum is the only community structure legislated to engage SAPS regarding community policing needs. No other body — private, civic, or political — carries this statutory authority.
The CPF is the only recognised structure through which SAPS may formally engage the community on policing matters. This ensures a single, accountable channel of communication between residents and the police.
The five legislated functions that every CPF and the Board are mandated to fulfil.
Building and maintaining a transparent, ongoing bridge between SAPS and the residents of each neighbourhood served by a station.
Working jointly with SAPS station management to fulfil the specific policing needs of each community — as equal, statutory partners.
Monitoring and advising on the quality of police services delivered at station, district, and provincial level.
Ensuring police transparency through official oversight duties — including station inspections and engagement with station management.
Developing and sustaining proactive community safety projects that reduce crime and improve the lived experience of all residents.
To ensure accountability at every level, the CPF structure operates through a clear chain of command. If an issue is not resolved at one level, it must be escalated to the next.
The GPCPB maintains a uniform standard of safety and ethical governance across the province through its governing documents. Every station CPF constitution must align with the Gauteng Provincial Constitution.
Every SAPS station in Gauteng must have a valid, approved CPF constitution in place. This is not optional — it is a legal requirement for the station CPF to operate with full authority.
Station-level CPF constitutions must be fully aligned with the Gauteng Provincial (GPCPB) Constitution. Any provision that contradicts the Provincial Constitution is invalid.
In the event of any conflict, inconsistency, or ambiguity between a local station CPF constitution and the Gauteng Provincial Constitution, the Gauteng Provincial Constitution will always supersede. This is not subject to negotiation at station or district level.
The constitution sets high standards for those representing the community to ensure integrity and public trust at every level — from general members to elected office bearers.
The following individuals are legally barred from holding any elected office in a CPF, District Board, or the GPCPB:
Serving employees of SAPS, Metro Police, IPID, or the Secretariats for Police.
Owners or employees of private security companies regulated by PSIRA — unless serving in an ex-officio capacity.
Anyone holding an elected political office or an executive position in a political party.
Former political office bearers must observe the cooling-off period below before participating.
The CPF operates under a strict ethical framework. These obligations apply equally from station level to the GPCPB and ensure the Board remains above reproach.
The CPF is strictly non-partisan. Members may not use the CPF platform, logo, or position to promote any political party, policy, or agenda.
Every member is bound by a formal Code of Conduct prohibiting the misuse of CPF logos, emblems, or positions for personal gain or reputational advantage.
Elected members serve a fixed five-year term to ensure governance stability and long-term community safety planning.
Executive Committee members undergo annual SAPS vetting and fingerprinting by the LCRC to maintain the highest standards of integrity.
Any member of the public may request a copy of the relevant constitution from the Secretary of the relevant Station, District, or Provincial Board.
The GPCPB conducts formal station inspections and holds station CPFs accountable for compliance with the constitution and the Code of Conduct.
The GPCPB Constitution prescribes minimum notice periods for all meeting types. Formal notice and agenda must be issued within these timeframes regardless of whether dates appear in the Board Year Planner.
Contact the GPCPB Secretary to request the Gauteng Provincial Constitution or to report a station CPF that does not have a valid, aligned constitution in place.
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