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Cape Town Ends ShotSpotter Gunshot Detection System

Published Friday, July 31, 2026

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  • Cape Town's city council ended the use of ShotSpotter, a US-developed gunshot detection system, in mid-2026.

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  • AllAfrica

    The article questions the effectiveness and ethical implications of surveillance technology like ShotSpotter in addressing gun violence, emphasizing the need for independent audits and community participation.

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