The latest crime statistics report reveals that there were 5,181 murders in South Africa from January to March 2026, averaging nearly 60 murders per day.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has released its official crime statistics for the fourth quarter of the 2025–2026 financial year, covering the period from January to March 2026.
While the national data indicates a positive downward trend in major violent crime categories, such as murder and sexual offences, certain regions continue to be significant hotspots for criminal activity.