Vosloorus CPF welcomes donated reflectors
“I think from now on, we are going to work well because there will be visible identification of patrollers.”
Vosloorus Cash and Carry (VCC) donated much-needed reflectors to the Vosloorus CPF on March 11.
The business manager of VCC, Abdu Hassan, said they presented the reflectors to ensure the community and businesses work hand in hand.
“We have been donating to the community since we started the business in Vosloorus. We are part of the community; hence, when the community has different events, like funerals, we support them,” said Hassan.
The PRO of Vosloorus CPF, Jerry Magoape, said the CPF is happy because they had a challenge with the uniform for patrollers.
“I think from now on, we are going to work well because there will be visible identification of patrollers.
“In the past, we did not have powers to employ them and risked their safety, as they had no uniform,” said Magoape.
He said this is the first time the CPF has received a donation sponsored by a business within the community.
“We usually rely on the Department of Safety under MMC Faith Mazibuko. I think other businesses will also see it is vital to plough back into the community because the CPF protects their businesses,” said Mogoape.
Kathorus MAIL spoke to some of the CPF patrollers during the handover at Vosloorus Police Station.
Duduzile Dube (39) told Kathorus MAIL she joined the patrollers in 2020.
“The reason I joined was to assist my community. When we look at the areas we live in, there are a lot of criminal activities happening, and the information always takes time to reach the police station,” said Dube.
One patroller, who wished to remain anonymous, said some challenges they encounter are when they visit the township, they feel like victims while trying to help the community.
“Some community members call us impimpi (informant) and at the police station, we do not know where we stand.
“But with the vision and mission of achieving a safe community, we continue to do our best. We do not care what they say; there must be results,” he said.
The coordinator of CPF, Thabiso Motshele, praised VCC for its contribution. He mentioned they need more support from the SAPS and the community.
He said the CPF’s role is not only to deal with crime but to also maintain peace in communities and follow up on outstanding cases.
“Our CPF is seeking more sponsors. This is not the end of the road. There are many things we still need.
“It is not only about the uniform. We need other resources, such as walkie-talkies and pepper spray, to protect ourselves,” said Motshele.
