One of Potchefstroom’s own police officers were honoured at the 9th SAPS National Excellence Awards at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand on Friday, 16 February.

Lieutenant Colonel Otukile Mopedi took the win in the Visible Policing and Operations category as the Visible Policing & Operations member of the year (Level 8–12).

Mopedi, together with Reservist Constable Makabe (Reservist of the Year) were the two winners from the North West.

The awards aimed to reward members who excelled and went beyond the call of duty in the financial year 2022/2023.

Fifteen finalists represented North West against the cream of the crop with their equally hard working, excellent and innovative counterparts from provinces and head office divisions. The province further secured six first runners-up and seven second runner-up positions.

The North West Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, reiterated the importance of innovation, walking the extra mile and service delivery. He added that all the aspects would, in one way or another, strengthen the relations between the police and communities