Local police, who are blamed in many instances for things that go bad in the community, are finding ways to remedy the situation. The Thohoyandou police are part of a group who are endearing themselves to the hearts of the community.
Not long ago, a delegation from the community visited the police station just to deliver a letter to thank them of the good work they are doing in the community. The same station showed its kind side when some of the members collected rulers, sanitary pads and toilet paper that they handed to the children at Tovhowani Primary School in Mulenzhe.
On Friday, Station Commissioner Brigadier Willy Mashava led his members, including the Women's Network, Men for Change, Youth Against Crime and Women Against Crime, and handed over the goods to the ecstatic learners. Before presenting the goods, Mashava first motivated the pupils to respect their teachers and parents and to take their education seriously.
"We are here because we love and care for you. There are many schools near our station in town, but we are here to give you hope and show that many people who are in leading positions in life were produced by little-known schools."
School principal Ms Azwinndini Netshifhefhe who could not hide her excitement. She said they had 157 learners, most of whom were from very disadvantaged families and whose parents were not working, while some came from child-headed families.