SAPS raises over R16m

The SAPS has raised more than R16 million to support the education of children whose parents died in the line of duty.

- MASABATA MKWANANZI

This follows the annual SAPS National Golf Day charity event on Friday, 27 February, Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia, Deputy Minister Cassel Mathale, National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola, SAPS senior leadership, and golfers from corporate companies across the country came together for a round of golf in support of the South African Police Service Education Trust (SAPSET).

Established in 2010, the SAPSET Fund has raised over R21 million, assisting more than 1900 children with educational and stationery needs.

Over 170 beneficiaries have successfully obtained their National Senior Certificates, while more than 50 have earned tertiary qualifications.