As South Africa commemorates Youth Month from 1 June, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has launched a national campaign celebrating a new generation of young officers who are driving ethical policing, professionalism and public service across the country.
Under the campaign: “My Blood is Blue”, SAPS will this month showcase young members who have answered the call to serve, protect and lead with integrity. These officers represent the future of policing and the ongoing renewal of the Service through the SAPS Reset Agenda.
Today, SAPS introduces 31-year-old Constable Pontsho Lophina Kekana, attached to the National Counterfeit and Illicit Goods Unit, whose commitment to service embodies the values of courage, discipline and dedication.
Born and raised in Pretoria, Constable Kekana joined the SAPS in 2019 with a clear mission, to make communities safer and contribute meaningfully to the fight against crime.
Her journey has seen her serve at the Hillbrow Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit, Diepsloot Police Station as a Designated Firearm Officer, and currently at the National Counterfeit and Illicit Goods Unit.
Armed with a Diploma in Human Resource Management and currently pursuing a BCom degree in Industrial Psychology, Kekana believes that learning and self-development are essential qualities of a modern police officer.
Her responsibilities include intelligence gathering, operational planning, identifying criminal targets and supporting enforcement operations aimed at combating counterfeit and illicit goods crimes that threaten the economy, legitimate businesses and public safety.
Beyond her official duties, Constable Kekana frequently volunteers her time and resources to assist in tracing missing persons, helping reunite families and restoring hope to communities.
“The best decision I ever made was joining the SAPS. Policing gives me an opportunity to live a life of purpose, to serve and protect the people of South Africa,” Kekana said.
As SAPS continues to implement the Reset Agenda, young officers such as Constable Kekana are proving that policing is more than a profession; it is a calling, a national service and a leadership platform for young South Africans committed to building a safer nation. – SAnews.gov.za
