Alderman JP Smith

Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security · City of Cape Town · company speakers →

Alderman JP Smith serves as the Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security in the City of Cape Town. In this role, he leads the directorate responsible for safeguarding residents through enforcement, emergency response, and community safety initiatives. His portfolio includes oversight of critical departments such as Fire and Rescue Services, Law Enforcement, the Metro Police, and Disaster Risk Management. Under his leadership, the City’s Public Emergency Call Centre (PECC107), Traffic Services, and Safety and Security Investigations Unit work cohesively to ensure public safety. Alderman Smith also champions initiatives related to the Events and Film departments, which support local economic development and showcase Cape Town globally. Passionate about integrated community safety, he supports Neighbourhood Watch programmes and innovative policing solutions. His dedication ensures that safety and economic opportunity grow hand in hand, creating a secure and thriving city for all its residents.

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Speaking history

FAME Week Africa

28 October 2026 Cape Town, South Africa “Creative Convergence: Building Global Bridges Through African Storytelling”

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