ZWELITSHA - On Monday, 19 December 2022, the SAPS Eastern Cape Provincial Management, bid a heartfelt farewell to 59 employees who are going on retirement on the 31 December 2022.

In her opening remarks, the Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Policing, Maj Gen T Kupiso, encouraged the new retirees to continue with their daily routine of waking up early and embark on activities that will keep them healthy, young and fit.

All the speakers including the Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen Mene in her keynote address, expressed their best wishes for the retirees and thanked them for their impeccable service to the South African Police Service. "You were one of our best in the organisation. Your dedication to serve was unwavering and your outstanding work will remain on record in the SAPS forever. You have ran your race, now it's time for you to go and rest. As a Provincial Commissioner I wish you well and all the best as you embark on another chapter of your life," said Lt Gen Mene.

The Provincial Commissioner also took the opportunity to wish all members and employees of the SAPS Eastern Cape Province a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year.

This memorable farewell was also graced by family members of the retiring personnel, who also attended this emotional yet happy occasion.

Certificates were also handed over to retiring members. As the members profiles were read, the certificates were handed as a token of appreciation for their outstanding service throughout their years in the SAPS.

The event was concluded on a high note, as the members of the Women's Network handed over gifts to their colleague, Ms Mandisa Landu who performs her duties at the Provincial Human Resource Management. Ms Landu’s house was burnt down on 24 July 2022 and the gifts will most certainly assist her in starting over once again.

The Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Crime Detection, Maj Gen ZM Dladla concluded by quoting, “No duty is more urgent than that of returning thanks. No duty is greater than saying thank you. (James Ellen)"

Source: South African Police Service