Studies come first, police tell learners
“This is one of the ways we are trying to fight crimes and substance abuse and trafficking in our schools.”
SAPS members encouraged learners to stay in school and focus on their studies during a recent prize-giving ceremony at Mammusa Private School.
Duduza police spokesperson, Sergeant Harry Manaka, says they have decided to build working relationships with schools in the area.
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“This is one of the ways we are trying to fight crimes and substance abuse and trafficking in our schools.”
According to Manaka, the police became concerned when they began finding drugs during surprise visits to schools in the area.
“We can only win this fight if we build relationships with the schools and teach young people the dangers of using drugs.
“We want the learners to be able to make informed decisions about their lives and know the results of their actions.”
Manaka says they also encouraged learners at the prize-giving ceremony to consider policing as a career.
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“We need young people who are strong and ready to protect the community and country.
“We can only achieve this if the learners keep in school and focus on their studies.”
The Duduza SAPS donated the biggest trophy of the day.
“It was awarded to the best achiever as a token of appreciation and recognition of partnership and helping a young learner realise their dreams.”
