South African parole system records over 50% reoffending rate

South African parole system records over 50% reoffending rate, probing calls to reform the system. Image: Department of Correctional Services / FacebookCorrectional Services National Commissioner Makgothi Thobakgale highlighted the reoffending rate challenge facing the South African parole system. A CALL FOR MORE BOOTS ON THE GROUNDThobakgale called for the department to get more parole officers on the ground to ensure the reforming of the parole system. CAN THE SOUTH AFRICAN PAROLE SYSTEM BALANCE REHABILITATION AND JUSTICE? The National Parole Review Summit has laid bare the profound challenges within the South African parole system.