The Midrand Region of the JCCI is dedicated to create an environment that promotes economic growth and business excellence in Midrand. This includes representing the business community on forums relevant to the local business community, or creating forums to look after the interests of business. The crime situation in South Africa has a severe impact on all our lives, including the business community. The Midrand Region created the BPF in 2007 to form a link between business, the Johannesburg Metro Police Department, the SA Police Service and all relevant safety and security organizations. The goal of the BPF IS: To identify crime prevention initiatives To form strategic partnerships with JMPD, SAPS, Community Police Forum To strengthen the business community’s crime prevention ability The BPF will also keep the Midrand business community up to date on crime trends, provide crime prevention tips and arrange events where business can learn how to safeguard themselves against crime. Check this page regularly for news and events on the crime situation in Midrand