South Africa is getting help from the army to tackle the rising crime in the country. Interim Police Minister Firoz Cachalia said the army will start working with the police in the next 10 days, starting in Western Cape and Gauteng.

The country has a high murder rate, with about 60 people killed every day. President Cyril Ramaphosa says organized crime is a big threat to the country. The army’s involvement has sparked debate, with some saying soldiers shouldn’t be doing police work and questioning the cost, as reported by Arise News.

The deployment is expected to focus on areas plagued by gang violence and illegal mining activities. Authorities hope the joint effort will help restore public confidence and bring stability to affected communities. However, some critics argue that the move is a sign of the government’s failure to address the root causes of crime.