Brief bios of the Northcliff Melville Times Safety and Security Person of the Year finalists.
The inaugural Northcliff Melville Times has gotten off to a brilliant start. Messages with nominees are still coming in via all our platforms even though we have moved on to the voting stage. It’s great to see the readers of the Northcliff Melville Times participating in this initiative to celebrate those that made 2019 special, different and easier…
For those looking to vote but not too sure about who to vote for, below are short bios of our finalists and links to some of the work they have been part of this year. We hope this helps you make a decision for who you believe should walk away with one of the coveted awards.
Safety and Security Person of the Year finalists
Clive Maher: SCP Security
Whether it’s crime news, tips and alerts in Northcliff, East or West Rand, another province or on our boarders, Clive Maher has all the information. Not only does he source and share relevant crime-related issues, he is always there for the community.
Click here to read some of Clive Maher’s work for the community
Frikke Botes: Westdene community activist
The administrator of the reliable and popular Facebook page Westdene Crows (Concerned Residents of Westdene and Sophaitown) and always present in matters facing the community. Botes is determined to do whatever it takes to make his neighbourhood safer for all new homeowners, students and visitors.
Click here to read some of Frikke Botes’ work for the community
Mahmood Cassim: Fairland CPF
Cool, calm and collected and very concerned with the safety of those around him. Cassim is known to many as a man of peace and passion. He is accustomed to going great lengths to help provide the necessary security tips, alerts and information to keep the community he serves safe.
Click here to read some of Mahmood Cassim’s work for the community
Dauw Steyn: Westdene-Sophiatown Residents Association
Steyn is a long-standing community activist that continues to prioritize the needs of the community. From crime to illegal banners, he has led the residents association to deal with all matters facing them.
Click here to read some of Dauw Steyn’s work for the community
Robert Janbroers: Fairland CPF
Deputy chairperson of the CPF, Janbroers has his finger on the pulse of the community’s safety concerns. With his constant communication between the Fairland police, security companies, Metro police and ward councillors, he is equipped with the relevant information that helps this CPF stay active and successful.
Click here to read some of Robert Janbroers’ work for the community