In many cities crime is increasing. Why do you think this is happening? what can government do to help reduce crime levels? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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modern times, crime is on the rise everywhere around the world. It is even very common in the cities. The main cause of
this
is unemployment which
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First
and foremost, it is a
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fact that the world population is increasing very fast and
this
has left a lot of people struggling to be employed.
Such
has left them engaging in criminal activities
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to fend for themselves.
For example
, some youths nowadays are involved in gang robbery and acquire money
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unlawful ways.
This
has become so rampant in major cities where there is vibrant business.
Secondly
, it is the responsibility of the government to fund projects which will cater for unemployed individuals.
In other words
,
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is the most possible way out of
uneployment
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unemployment
.
For example
, the government of Zimbabwe provided loans for welding projects which have now taken care of a lot of people.
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Consequently
,
this
reduced criminal activities as individuals become not only busy but
also
have a source of income.
Furthermore
, another
wayout
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way out
is to install CCTVs in business areas so that criminals will avoid their bad practices. To conclude, chances of going to work are getting low
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leading some to become
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.
However
,
this
can be tackled by ensuring that some
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jobs are introduced where the masses can participate and provide for themselves ,
also
by making sure that there are cameras in public areas.
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