Alexandria: As part of efforts to raise funds for cancer survivors, Eastern Cape police officers have participated in a Shavathon event. The Alexandria officers have either shaved their heads or spray painted their heads to raise funds for cancer survivors. The well-attended event was held at the Dutch Reformed Church, Voortrekker Street in Alexandria last week.
According to South African Government News Agency, the members were also joined by several stakeholders, including the local Community Police Forum (CPF), coming together to make a bold statement against the dreaded disease. The proceeds that were collected on the day were donated to PALCARE, which is a local non-profit organisation (NPO) that provides home-based hospice and palliative care to those with life-threatening and life-limiting illnesses, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said in a statement on Sunday.
Brigadier Asogran Naidoo praised the police for participating in the event. “Your role in the event highlighted compassion and dedication to serving the communities beyond traditional policing. This event highlights the ongoing efforts of the South African Police Service to strengthen community-police relations and to promote a ‘community-first’ approach to policing,” Naidoo said.