PSiRA vows to act against Zanzou bouncers

This could include suspension, deregistration, and possible legal prosecution.

This follows disturbing videos of the alleged torture and assault of a group of men at the hands of the Zanzou security personnel.

In the videos, the men are forced to perform lewd sexual acts on themselves, whilst in another instance, a grey cloth is placed over their heads before they are drenched in water – a torture technique known as waterboarding.

PSiRA’s response comes as calls from the political parties, civil society organisations and the public intensified for the authority to address the incident. 

The security agency revealed that they have launched an urgent investigation to determine whether the security officers involved were registered with them and whether the security company responsible for deploying them was compliant with industry regulations.

PSiRA’s Director Manabela Chauke condemned the unlawful conduct by private security officers.

“The alleged acts ranging from physical assault to inhumane treatment are not only unethical but also in direct violation of the Private Security Industry Regulation Act and the fundamental principles of human rights enshrined in the South African Constitution." 

PSIRA's primary role is to ensure that private security services, such as security companies, guards, and other related services, operate in compliance with the law and maintain ethical standards.

In a statement, PSiRA said they will continue to work closely with law enforcement agencies to ensure that justice is served and that those responsible for these horrific acts are held accountable.

Meanwhile, police have launched a manhunt for eight foreign national suspects in connection with the violent attack at the Zanzou nightclub in Hatfield.

They are facing charges of compelled rape, assault, crimen injuria, intimidation and kidnapping.

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