SAPS celebrates its women: first female SAPS athlete to cross comrades 2024 finish line says it does not matter where you come from - what is important is where you are headed to

Media Statement
South African Police Service

LIMPOPO - This year, the South African Police Service (SAPS) is observing Women's Month by celebrating its women in blue who are not only 'movers and shakers' in their respective fields, but who go above and beyond the call of duty.

Today, we introduce the nation to Constable Reanoldar Nsuku Mathonsi, an operator attached to the Public Order Policing (POP) Unit in Burgersfort, Limpopo.

Public Order Policing (POP) Unit members are responsible for public order and the policing of public gatherings, major events and public protests. These members are trained in operational tactics and techniques, specifically designed to manage crowds.

Mathonsi's mother knew her daughter was destined for great things when she first laid eyes on her and named her Nsuku which means 'gold', loosely translated from Tsonga.

She was the first female SAPS athlete to cross the Comrades Marathon finish line and completed her novice race in a time of 09:10:18 which earned Mathonsi the prestigious 'Robert Mtshali' medal.

This year, the SAPS had a total of 356 runners who participated in the 'Ultimate Human Race', 156 more runners than last year.

Mathonsi (28), who hails from Nsavulani Village in Giyani, Limpopo, joined the Service as a student constable in 2022. She forms part of the very first batch of 10 000 trainees to have been recruited, selected and trained through PROJECT 10 000.

Over and above her duties, Mathonsi is also a long distance runner and represented the SAPS in a number of marathon races. She says her love for running developed while undergoing the Basic Police Development Learning Programme (BPDLP) and has been a member of the SAPS Limpopo Marathon Club ever since.

Mathonsi holds an N6 Certificate in Building and Civil Engineering and says being of service to her community has always been her dream and would not trade being a police officer for any other profession.

"As a police officer I find fulfillment in keeping my community safe. So, I suit up, badge up, and get out there every day - restoring peace is the name of our game," said Mathonsi.

Rest assured, Constable Reanoldar Nsuku Mathonsi remains physically fit and mentally alert - always operationally ready for any crowd she will face!

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