City of Tshwane accuses Zanzou nightclub of failing to report crimes committed by staff! Pretoria nightclub Zanzou has come under intense scrutiny for its failure to report crimes committed by its own staff members. The City of Tshwane has demanded accountability from the nightclub’s management for remaining silent despite being aware of violent incidents involving patrons and security personnel.
The controversy erupted earlier this week after disturbing videos circulated on social media showing young men being sexually and physically assaulted in a storeroom at the nightclub. The graphic footage, which went viral, sparked outrage and calls for justice.
Nightclub’s Response and Public Outrage
Following the release of the videos, Zanzou issued a statement claiming that it had dismissed the bouncers involved in the abuse. However, Tshwane Health MMC Tshegofatso Mashabela was quick to denounce the nightclub’s response as inadequate.
“If a person has stolen your phone, you know what to do. You need to call law enforcement and subject them to the rules of this country. You don’t have to subject them to a bucket of hot water and all those incriminating videos that we have seen here,” Mashabela stated firmly.
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Her remarks highlighted the gravity of the situation and the nightclub’s failure to follow proper legal procedures. Instead of contacting law enforcement, Zanzou’s staff reportedly resorted to vigilante behavior, which has now become the subject of a criminal investigation.
Management Accountability
Mashabela emphasized that the issue extended beyond the actions of individual employees.
“We can safely say that it is a management issue that we are dealing with here. It’s no longer about the employees but the owners of this industry, [and] how they run and operate the affairs,” she said.
Her comments suggest that the nightclub’s management may have created or tolerated an environment in which violence against patrons was allowed to escalate unchecked.
Non-Compliance with Security Regulations
In addition to the nightclub’s failure to report the crimes, Mashabela revealed that the security company responsible for the bouncers was not compliant with security regulations.
This disclosure raises questions about the nightclub’s hiring practices and whether it conducted proper due diligence when contracting security personnel. The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) mandates strict compliance with security regulations to protect public safety, but it appears these rules were not followed in this case.
Broader Implications
The incident at Zanzou has drawn attention to the broader issue of nightclub safety and security in Pretoria. Many are now questioning how establishments like Zanzou are allowed to operate despite repeated reports of misconduct.
Community members have expressed their concerns on social media, with many calling for stricter enforcement of safety regulations and more severe consequences for venues that fail to protect patrons.
What’s Next?
Tshwane officials have vowed to continue investigating the matter and hold all parties accountable. Mashabela’s strong stance indicates that further action may be taken against Zanzou and its management, possibly leading to criminal charges or the revocation of its operating license.
Meanwhile, the victims of the assaults are reportedly cooperating with law enforcement as they work to bring those responsible to justice.
A Call for Change
The Zanzou incident serves as a stark reminder of the responsibilities that nightclub owners and security personnel bear in ensuring the safety of patrons. Failure to report and address criminal behavior not only jeopardizes public trust but also allows dangerous environments to persist.
As the investigation unfolds, all eyes will be on Zanzou and how it chooses to respond. For now, the nightclub remains at the center of a growing scandal that has shaken Pretoria’s nightlife scene and prompted renewed calls for justice, transparency, and accountability.
