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Bothaville SAPS reaches out to the elderly and people living with disabilities

The Women’s Network with support from other Police Stations like Meloding, Virginia and Welkom celebrated Women’s Month on a high note where they visited two special places on 16 August 2023 in Bothaville.

The day started at Bothaville Conference hall, where the Station Commander of Bothaville SAPS, Colonel Mankatsa Magage welcomed all guests and members.

Message of support was delivered by Colonel Beulah Siyaya, the Visible Policing Commander of Welkom SAPS.

After a formal briefing, members visited Bethel Old Age Home where Sergeant Jemina Mojaki explained a reason for a visit. She handed over donations contributed by Women’s Network to Mrs Nkili who is the owner. Members donated soup, bread, oranges, and toiletries to the elderly people.

Subsequently members proceeded to Mpho E Ntle Disability Centre in Kgotsong. Ms. Rethabile Mototo from Bothaville Detective Services explained the purpose of the visit and further addressed people living with disabilities about their importance in society and that they are loved.

Donations were as follows, toiletries, soup, oranges, bread were then handed over to Mrs Ouma Motsumi, the owner of the Centre.

In conclusion, Lt Col. Priscilla Britz, Detective Commander thanked all attendees who made the day possible.

Source: South African Police Service

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