NCR and Midrand police walk against GBV in Midrand

The Wellness Day, organised by NCR, has been an ongoing initiative aimed at tackling social ills, including gender-based violence.

April 3, 2024

Sphiwe Masilela 1 minute read

Lieutenant Colonel Listabako Ntasa and Captain Kedibone Maloma drink water to keep hydrated.

In an attempt to tackle and educate the public about gender-based violence, the National Credit Regulator (NCR) and the Midrand police embarked on a walk on Wellness Day.

Tshepa Makhanya and Mmadikwa Phoshoko lead the pack.

Nation Credit Regulator employees have fun during the walk.

The aim was to raise awareness about the issue of gender-based violence within our communities and country, and the stigma around it.

Ambani Mudau, Khethiwe Mthembu and Mahlodi Kgobe wave while walking against GBV.

This happened on February 23, in Randjespark in Midrand and 15th, 16th and Pharmaceutical roads were packed with walkers. After the walk, the runners were taken through their paces in aerobics by Neo Dimati.

Akhona Mata (green shorts), Winnie Rabathata and Qhamani Loni give a thumbs up.

Tshepa Makhaya, Mmadikwa Phoshoko and Donna Harrop enjoy the GBV walk.

Acting senior education officer Winnie Rabathata said the idea came after the Minister of Police, Bheki Cele’s, third quarter crime statistics.

Constable Terrance Katleho Mohau Mosia and Constable Phuti Mkhwanazi from Midrand police.

Brits Moloedi and Mosthaki Goba wave at the camera.

Asked if the Wellness Day served its purpose, Rabathatha said, “Yes, we did achieve our goal. We have Wellness Day every year, but for this kind, it was our first. It’s usually a sit-down kind of event, then we have different stakeholders presenting. We needed the escort of the police since we were doing the walk. We also required them to give us tips about protecting ourselves.”

Calvin Moroane, Tumelo Xhati and Pule Songo enjoy the stroll.

Ramakgahlele Maleka and Constable Daphney Mphahlele are in sync during the aerobics session.

She said the event went well, especially because they have never had a walking event before.

Andre Orien, Motlotlisi Modunusana, Thokozani Zondo and Thabo Valoyi.

“This event has boosted the staff morale and mental health of all our colleagues. We are hoping to have more in the future. Our stakeholders were amazing and a big thank you to them,” added Rabathata.