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The Citizen
3 days ago
- The Citizen
Wedela SAPS educates learners on child safety during National Child Protection Week
In commemoration of National Child Protection Week, observed from May 29 to June 5, members of the Wedela SAPS extended their support and educational efforts to local schoolchildren. The initiative was led by Sergeant Zikhona Sifuba, Social Crime Prevention Officer, who was accompanied by Sergeant Matsietsi from the Family Violence, Child Protection, and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit. The team visited Wedela Primary School, where they engaged with learners from Grades 1 to 3, delivering vital information on child safety and abuse prevention. They were joined by dedicated staff from Wedela's Victim Friendly Room (VFR): Hazel Nyembezi, Dimpho Lehoko, Thato Mogole, Athandile Sihlwayi, Tsogo Seleke, and Lubabalo Peyi. 'The purpose of the visit was to talk to the learners about child abuse and how they should protect themselves,' said Sgt. Sifuba. 'Most importantly, they must know they can report such cases, even if it's their uncle, father, brother, or neighbour who is touching them in a way they don't like.' The outreach impacted 244 learners, with the team encouraging them to speak to their teachers or ask for help in contacting the police if they felt unsafe or experienced any form of abuse. The session empowered children with the knowledge that their voices matter and that help is always available. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to promote awareness and ensure the safety and well-being of all children in the community. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
17-05-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Wedela SAPS inspires future heroes at Little Explore Day Care's career day
As part of Workers' Day celebrations, members of the Wedela SAPS and other emergency services visited the Little Explore Day Care Centre to educate and inspire children about different career paths. The event was led by Sergeant Zikhona Sifuba, the station's Social Crime Prevention Officer, who shared insights about police work and highlighted the diverse career opportunities within the South African Police Service (SAPS). 'I explained to the learners that SAPS is made up of many departments — from social workers and mechanics to educators and investigators,' said Sifuba. The children also got to interact with ER24 paramedic Thulisile Mkhutyukelwa, who spoke about the role of paramedics in saving lives, and firefighter Lwazi Sola, who cautioned the children to stay away from fire and never play with matches. The highlight of the day was the children dressing up as their dream professions. The centre was filled with mini police officers, doctors, paramedics, firefighters, teachers, and other professionals. 'It was heartwarming to see the excitement on their faces. They were proud of their outfits and eager to learn,' Sifuba added. The outreach event reached 110 young learners, and the principal of Little Explore Day Care expressed deep gratitude for the effort shown by the visiting team. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
05-05-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Wedela police reaches out through sport
Members of the police in Wedela reached out to others actively at the onset of the Freedom Day weekend. According to the Wedela SAPS' Social Crime Prevention Officer, Sergeant Zikhona Sifuba, police members and teachers from all three schools in the town – Wedela Technical High School, Wedela Primary School, and Xhobani Primary School – got to know each other better by playing a friendly soccer match on April 25. The match was played at the old Savuka Stadium at 16:00. 'Although we are working together, I am the only police member who regularly gets to go to schools and meet up with the teachers when I am doing campaigns,' said Sifuba. Because of this, she thought it would be wise for the town's police officers and teachers to get together and have a friendly game so that they could get to know each other. 'It's like a know-your-neighbour campaign. But this one is more like knowing your departments around your area,' Sifuba explained. She added that the game was well played. The SAPS team managed to beat the teachers. Just more than 50 people took part in the action. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
