By BAKANG MOKOTO
23 June 2025- The police in Northern Cape said as they commemorate Youth Month under the theme: “Skills for the Changing World – Empowering Youth for Meaningful Economic Participation”, they are proudly introducing and celebrating Chief Administration Clerk (CAC), Reshanthan Moodley (34), who truly embodies the spirit of this year’s theme. The police said Resh as Moodley is affectionately known, is a passionate digital innovator and firearm enthusiast, committed to lifelong learning and the advancement of technology within the SAPS.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Sergio Kock said Moodley started his career in the South African Police Service (SAPS) in May 2014, as an administration clerk within the Provincial Technology Management Services (TMS) in Kimberley. Kock said in this role, he was responsible for managing the Provincial System Helpdesk, providing critical IT support to SAPS personnel throughout the Northern Cape.
“In 2015, Moodley was entrusted with the installation, configuration, implementation and training of SAPS members on various crime management systems, including ICDMS, NPIS, and PVS.
“His pivotal role in the national rollout of Facial Recognition Cameras under the NPIS initiative in 2017 further showcased his technical acumen and dedication. His involvement in new system deployments sparked a deep interest in software development, motivating him to pursue a Diploma in Systems Development, with a focus on full-stack development and ethical hacking,” he said.
Kock further said in 2022, Resh was promoted to Chief Administration Clerk, serving as the Provincial MIC (Management Information Coordinator) for TMS in the Northern Cape. He added that his current responsibilities include developing the annual operational plan for the component, monitoring and evaluating performance in line with the Annual Performance Plan (APP).
“This includes compiling quarterly performance and feedback reports. Managing and implementing the component’s risk register, developing and overseeing the Service Delivery Improvement Plan (SDIP) and compiling annual performance assessments,” said Kock.
He said in addition to his administrative duties, Moodley continues to leverage his technical expertise by providing vital support in operations, including radio communications and most recently, contributing to technical support for illicit mining operations. Kock said currently, he is leading the coordination of the Ministerial CCTV Camera Project in the Northern Cape.
“This initiative aims to enhance police safety by identifying high-risk security points at police stations and units and proposing appropriate technical solutions.
“Looking ahead, Moodley aspires to become a software developer focused on creating innovative AI technologies and algorithms that will increase efficiency and accuracy within SAPS,” he said.
Kock said Moodley is also committed to academic and professional development and this is clear in the qualifications he obtained. He said Moodley obtained a Diploma in Systems Development, Diploma in Cyber Security, Higher Certificate in Information Technology, and Certificates in Microsoft Mobility and Security, Artificial Intelligence in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and Information Systems: Technology and Business Models.
“This includes Strategic Planning and Management, Project Management and Operations Management Frameworks. Moodley lives by the personal motto: “Strive for progress, not perfection.”
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