Residents of Pimville and colleagues of the esteemed Major General Max Masha bid farewell to him with a Prayer Walk on August 21.
The walk started at the Soweto College of Education in Pimville with the South African Police Services (SAPS) officers and Crime Prevention Wardens (CPF) marching together with residents and cars following them to the Zoe Bible Church for a farewell event as he is retiring.
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Major General Max Masha was a senior officer in the South African Police Service (SAPS), known for his leadership in crime prevention and community policing.
With years of experience in various high-ranking roles, he was committed to improving safety, reducing crime, and fostering cooperation between the police and local communities.
His work has earned him respect within the SAPS and the communities he served.
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“I believe that you do not need any form of uniform or weapon to change the world but you only need God,” General Masha said, adding that throughout his career he always trusted in God to lead him.
Festivities were led by the SAPS choir which opened and rendered an item upon arrival.
Police officers also honoured the General by singing the National Anthem.
His colleagues thanked him for his teachings, hard work and advices.
One of his colleagues, Brigadier Lesley Lloyd said, “I always believe that leadership is the ability to inspire others and to get others to achieve a common purpose.
“I think on my side and everyone’s side you have set an example more than we had expected and you never ceased to amaze us.”
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General Masha is also known as a man of God and a few of his colleagues shared Bible scriptures as they reminisced on their days with him at work.
“Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God,” said Archbishop G.Z Botwanastating quoting the scripture saying it resonates with General Masha as he is a peacemaker.
Fheli Mokoena, a resident of Pimville and member of the Liquor Traders Against Crime said General Masha opened his door for them to fight against illegal alcohol trade.
Mokoena added that he will always appreciate General Masha for his help.
General Masha closed off by praying for the residents and letting his colleagues know that he is only a call away if they need prayers.
