A delivery of 6,000 DNA buccal swab kits has been made to the South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Western Cape province, addressing an acute shortage. The kits are intended to aid in criminal investigations requiring DNA analysis. However, forensic experts express concern that this quantity may be insufficient to overcome the existing, substantial backlog in forensic processing. The Western Cape has been particularly affected by delays in DNA analysis, hindering investigations and potentially impacting justice. The delivery represents a step towards mitigating the crisis, but a more comprehensive solution is needed to fully address the systemic issues. Authorities have not yet indicated whether further kit deliveries are planned. The ongoing backlog continues to raise questions about resource allocation and the capacity of forensic services.