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Randfontein SAPS members gather to honour fallen officers

Colleagues, family, and friends came together at the IEC Hall to pay emotional tributes to Constables Kgotso Motsamai and Thabo Motshole.

The Randfontein SAPS family gathered with relatives and friends at the IEC Hall on September 9 to remember Constables Kgotso Motsamai and Thabo Motshole.

The two officers passed away last week and earlier this week, respectively, leaving colleagues and loved ones mourning their loss.

Senior officers hand flowers and a candle to a distraught Motsamai family. Photo: Maverick Gqoba

Sergeant Thobeka Hlombe, who worked closely with Motsamai, was among those who paid tribute, speaking emotionally about their friendship and the time they spent working together.

The late Constable Kgotso Motsamai. Photo: Supplied

Sergeant Oupa Chauke also remembered Motshole, describing him as a dependable colleague and friend.

An emotional roll call for Constable Thabo Motshole's team. Photo: Maverick Gqoba

Commander Lieutenant Colonel Sifiso Mabizela paid tribute to both officers, saying their loss had been deeply felt across the station.

The late Constable Thabo Motshole. Photo: Supplied

Station commander Colonel Hazel Makhafola also offered her condolences to the families and described Motsamai and Motshole as valued members of the Randfontein SAPS family.

Randfontein station commander Colonel Hazel Makhafola.

Many others in the law enforcement fraternity also shared their memories and tributes, celebrating the lives of the two officers and the impact they had on those around them.

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Maverick Gqoba

A loyal West Rand resident, Maverick is a skilled radio journalist with a National Diploma in Media Studies from Boston Media House (2021), majoring in Radio Broadcasting and minoring in Journalism. Known for being adaptable, solution-driven and a strong team player, he excels in written and verbal reporting, video production, photography and other core journalism functions. Maverick joined the Herald team on 2 February 2026 and is passionate about serving society.

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