Johannesburg SAPS honours members for excellence at annual district awards
The Johannesburg District of the South African Police Service (SAPS) celebrated the dedication, bravery, and professionalism of its officers at the 2024/ 25 Excellence Awards, recognising individuals and teams for outstanding service.
APS in the Johannesburg District hosted the annual District Excellence Awards on Friday, October 3, celebrating officers and staff who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to policing.
The prestigious ceremony took place in Randburg, with Brigadier Michelle Jones, station commander of SAPS Randburg, welcoming guests.
“The journey of policing is not an easy one. It demands courage in the face of adversity, patience under pressure and compassion when dealing with the most vulnerable in our communities,” she said.
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Major General Nonhlanhla Kubheka, Johannesburg District Commissioner, congratulated the award recipients.
“Tonight is not about medals, certificates or applause; it’s about recognising the unwavering dedication, bravery and professionalism of men and women in blue,” she said.
The event also welcomed dignitaries, including retired Major General Max Masha and Brigadier Molefi Tsotsotso, station commander of Midrand.
Lieutenant General Mohlala, Divisional Commissioner for Protection and Security Services, delivered the keynote address, urging managers to hold members accountable while also recognising their achievements.
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The award winners for 2024/ 25 were:
Administration Awards:
* Employee of the Year (Level 1–4): General Worker SE Motebe, SAPS Florida
* Employee of the Year (Level 5–7): SPO RK Ncongwane, SAPS Ennerdale
* Team of the Year: SAPS Cleveland SCM
Visible Policing and Operations Awards:
* Employee of the Year (Level 5–7): Warrant Officer QR Roos, SAPS JHB Central
* Employee of the Year (Level 8–12): Colonel Sithebe, SAPS Kliptown
* Team of the Year: SAPS Lenasia Vispol
Detective and Forensic Awards:
* Employee of the Year (Level 5–7): Warrant Officer RD Rampa, SAPS Orlando
* Team of the Year: JHB Trio Task Team
Crime Intelligence Award:
* Team of the Year: JHB District CIMAC
Special Categories:
* Senior Operational Manager of the Year (Level 13–14): Brigadier HA Jones, SAPS Booysens
* Man of the Year: Lt Col S Mkhize, JHB District Vispol
* Sports Woman of the Year: Sgt MJ Mbombi, SAPS Yeoville
* Sports Man of the Year: Sgt RI Rhangani, SAPS Mondeor
* Person with Disability of the Year: PAC M Mutshena, SAPS Dobsonville
* CPF of the Year: SAPS JHB Central
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District Commissioner’s Special Awards:
* Leadership and Excellence in the Vispol Environment: Late Warrant Officer MA Moticoe
* Leadership and Excellence in Crime Detection: Captain SC Moses, SAPS Orlando
* Station of the Year: SAPS Eldorado Park
The Johannesburg District Excellence Awards continue to highlight the dedication, courage and professionalism that underpin SAPS’ mission to serve communities with integrity and vigilance.
