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Loerbroer Back? Surveillance Tech Revival | Johannesburg News

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Johannesburg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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Jul 26, 2026
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Summary

Loerbroer, Nelson Mandela Bay’s R6-million surveillance vehicle, could be back on patrol by August after nearly five years of idleness — but don’t get too excited yet. Over R800,000 has been spent fixing batteries, monitors, and keyboards, with just the high-res camera left to install. Originally bought for the 2010 World Cup to combat crime, it’s been sidelined by tech failures. Council members remain skeptical, demanding a live demo and clear usage plans before they’ll believe it’s truly operational. Meanwhile, the city’s ShotSpotter gunshot detection system — vital for real-time crime response — remains offline since December last year due to contract disputes, with no timeline for a replacement. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9e34f9d1e6283ff9