Ekurhuleni SAPS honours two veterans at retirement farewell

Members of the SAPS in the Ekurhuleni District gathered in Glen Austin, Midrand, to bid farewell to two long-serving officers who retired after decades of service.

Lieutenant Colonel Makgari Stephen Mogolane and Captain Masilo Robert Motsai were honoured for each completing 32 years of service in the police service.

Lieutenant Colonel Mogolane joined SAPS in June 1993 and began his career at SAPS Dawn Park, where he served for nine years and progressed through the ranks of constable, sergeant and warrant officer.

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He was later promoted to captain in 2002 and transferred to Katlehong, where he served the Ramokonopi community.

In July 2021, he joined the Ekurhuleni District as coordinator for the crime registrar.

Motsai joined SAPS in January 1994 and began his career in Midrand, also progressing through the ranks of constable, sergeant and warrant officer.

In 2007, he was promoted to captain within SAPS Kempton Park in the detective environment. In 2015, he was transferred to the Ekurhuleni District Trio office, where he worked on docket investigations.

During the farewell function, colleagues encouraged the retirees to remain active, continue exercising, and stay connected to their former colleagues. They also wished them a healthy and fulfilling retirement.

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Ekurhuleni District Crime Intelligence head Colonel Tsaoane said the occasion was held to honour the officers’ dedication and long service.

“We bid farewell to exceptional members to celebrate their commitment and acknowledge the significant contribution they have made to the organisation. We also thank SAPS for allowing them to return to their families while still healthy and well,” he said.