Boasting 27 years of experience in the SAPS and time served as the Crime Prevention Head at the Benoni Police Station, Makama is more than ready to effectively combat crime within his precinct.
During his first seven month reign at the police station, four Boksburg North police officers were arrested for drug-related crimes and also bribery allegations.
“I have chosen to make an example of those members and by rooting them out, I have seen a drastic change within the station,” says Makama.
It appears that the strategy to take out the bad police officers is not his only strategy, but has, during his time at the precinct, been a priority.
While many station commanders are ready to manage and monitor the other officers, Makama has shown that he is ready to lift up his sleeves and get dirty.
In July, the Advertiser reported that Makama, together with the help of other detectives and uniformed members of the Boksburg North SAPS, chased down two suspects linked to a robbery.
Recently Makama also awarded those SAPS members who proved their commitment and dedication to making a difference in the area.
“By awarding officers in this way, it not only shows appreciation, but is also a motivation for healthy competition between the officers,” says Makama.
“This is an initiative to recognise hard workers and, hopefully, this will pick up the morale of the other police officers.”
The colonel says he has many strategies in place to combat the more prevalent crimes, and he believes that if these strategies do not work after implementation, then he will devise other strategies that will bear fruit.
