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Media Statement POLOKWANE – The South African Police Service in Limpopo, led by Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, laid to rest one of the most accomplished and seasoned managers, Brigadier Mmamokopu Josephine “Nnyana” Mathe on Saturday, 10 August 2024, at her home village in Ha Luka, Tlaseng, outside Rustenburg in North West province. Liutentenat General Hadebe was joined by the Component Head: Crime Registrar, Major Thulare General Sekhukhune, other senior officers and members from Limpopo, North West, and the National Head Office. Brigadier Mathe played a crucial role in ensuring the precise capture and management of crime data, laying the groundwork for dependable and easily accessible information crucial for analysis and strategic planning. She was born on 20 June 1975. A mother of three and the only child of her parents. Brigadier Mathe obtained the following qualifications throughout her career; BCom degree, majoring in statistics and economics at Vista University, Bachelor of Commerce from Turfloop University, transferring to Vista University, Bachelor of Science with Vista University, Bachelor of Science Honours in Statistics with MEDUNSA, Postgraduate Diploma in Arts – Demography & Population Studies with Wits, a short course in Project Management with Rosebank College and Bachelor of Philosophy-Knowledge & Information Management with the University of Stellenbosch. She commenced her career as an Assistant Statistical Officer at Statistics South Africa in December 2001. She was promoted to a Survey Statistician position in October 2002 and continued in that role until March 2004 when she accepted a job offer at the National Film and Video Foundation as a Research and Information Executive. Brigadier Mathe also held high positions in various companies, including Stats SA and NFVF, before she joined the South African Police Service in Limpopo in 2011 as a Section Commander in Crime Research and Statistics at the rank of a Colonel. She was promoted to the rank of Brigadier in 2017 and assumed the position of Provincial Head: Crime Registrar, the position she held until her ultimate death. The Component Head: Crime Registrar Major General Thulare Sekhukhune, when delivering his speech said: “I was confident when I promoted her to the rank of Provincial Head of Crime Registrar in Limpopo that she would carry the flag of Crime Registrar high, and indeed, she did and even exceeded my expectations. She continued to strive in her capacity with diligence, ” said Major General Sekhukhune. The Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, appreciated the remarkable work of Brigadier Mathe. She said: “Gender-based violence and femicide is a scourge and second pandemic in our country, and this incident has shown that we are not inseparable from the community we police on daily basis. Many women and children underwent domestic violence that escalated to femicide at some point. I request our communities to step efforts and work with us because this type of incident doesn’t happen in the public domain. They occur indoors and affect children and then spread to the community. To all the police officers, I urge you that as we carry the weight of our firearms and the responsibility of upholding the law, it is imperative to reflect on why we wear this uniform and carry those weapons. We are not merely individuals with badges, but we are guardians of the community and champions of justice. Our work transcend beyond employment, it is a calling to serve and protect with integrity, honor, and fortitude, including in our own space. If you feel distressed, please spare one’s life and seek help. Amid the pervasive GBVF plaguing our community, we are faced with the harsh reality that those entrusted to protect the communities often find themselves aligned with the perpetrators. This constitutes a betrayal of duty and a bridge of trust placed on us by the public. We cannot continue this path; we must stand united in our justice, equity, and sanctity of human life. No amount of anger, frustration, or personal turmoil can justify taking another individual’s life. As police officers, we must uphold ourselves to the highest standard and conduct even in the face of adversity. Remember, we must protect, not harm or intimidate. We serve as a beacon of hope and safety havens for those who are seeking our assistance continuously. As the leadership of SAPS, we reaffirm our commitment to the oath we have taken. Particularly, this time of the month, we have to live up to the expectations of our communities. We encourage the community to assist us in creating a safer environment. concluded Lieutenant General Hadebe. Ends
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