| Meet Warrant Officer Moses Ranti Molepo — Master of laws graduate and dedicated servant of justice in Limpopo | |
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| Date Published: | 2025/04/25 |
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POLOKWANE - Warrant Officer Moses Ranti Molepo(43) stands as a shining example of dedication, resilience, and excellence within the South African Police Service. Having recently completed his Master of Laws (LLM) degree from the University of Limpopo, he embodies how education can serve as a powerful force for both personal and professional transformation. Warrant Officer Molepo began his SAPS journey in 2006 at the Pretoria SAPS Academy. Since then, he has served with distinction in various capacities across Limpopo, including Visible Policing (Vispol) roles in Polokwane, Matlala, and Jane Furse, within the Capricorn and Sekhukhune Districts respectively. He further served as a Communication Officer and Sector Manager at Mankweng and Seshego police stations, holding the rank of Sergeant, before advancing to Legal Services at the Provincial Labour Relations Section at the rank of Warrant Officer. He currently commands the Visible Policing component at Sebayeng SAPS, outside Mankweng, where his leadership continues to yield meaningful impact. His unwavering dedication has not gone unnoticed. In 2012, he was named Policeman of the Year by then National Commissioner, General Riah Phiyega. He was nominated among Limpopo’s top officers in 2023 and, in 2024, was honoured as Vispol Commander of the Year by Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe. Most recently, the community of Seshego celebrated his service with a special recognition from Khaiso High School, naming him their outstanding local police officer. A proud alumnus of Khaiso High School, Warrant Officer Molepo pursued his academic journey with remarkable determination. He earned a BA in Communication in 2015 and an LLB in 2019, both from the University of Limpopo. He then refined his legal expertise at Polokwane Law School and completed his Master of Laws in record time, a testament to his discipline, focus and passion for justice. His legal acumen has significantly strengthened SAPS operations. While serving in Legal Services, he successfully represented SAPS in several arbitration cases at the Public Safety and Security Sectoral Bargaining Council, securing favourable outcomes. He now serves as a trusted advisor to SAPS on complex labour-related matters at the provincial level. Reflecting on his journey, Molepo attributes his perseverance and success to his humble beginnings: “Education is a powerful tool in the fight against poverty,” he says. “It breaks cycles of disadvantage and equips individuals with the skills, knowledge and opportunities to build a better future.” His message to the nation is rooted in hope and perseverance: “Nothing is impossible for believers, “Preparation for tomorrow is hard work today,” he says, quoting Bruce Lee. “You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great. Don’t let your circumstances hold you back.” Warrant Officer Molepo is supported by a loving family whom he regards as the cornerstone of his journey: “Family is everything. Their support has been the foundation of both my academic and professional success.” From humble beginnings to distinguished service, Warrant Officer Molepo’s story is one of inspiration. His life is a testament to the power of courage, education and service to uplift individuals and communities alike.
The Acting Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, Major General Samuel Manala, commended Warrant Officer Molepo for “raising the bar even higher, not only academically, but also through his unwavering commitment as a member of the South African Police Service.”
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