South Africa’s National Commemoration Day pays tribute to fallen police officers who risked their lives for public safety. The ceremony, held at the Union Buildings in Pretoria, honors heroes and heroines who made the ultimate sacrifice, reminding South Africans of the constant threats faced by the police force. The Acting President of South Africa, H.E. Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile, challenges the police force to reassess their strategies and strengthen the policetopopulation ratio to combat crime. The ceremony concludes with a moment of silence, honoring the bravery of the fallen officers and a call to action for the living officers.
