“God Bless This Mother”: SA Adores Woman Showing Mom Ironing Police Uniform

“God Bless This Mother”: SA Adores Woman Showing Mom Ironing Police Uniform

  • A local woman headed to her TikTok account to share a clip of a mother sitting outside ironing clothing
  • The mother was ironing a blue South African Police Service (SAPS) shirt as she sat on the floor on the stoep
  • Mzansi online users appreciated the mother ironing the garment, while others made comments about SAPS
A woman showed her mother ironing police uniform.
A Mzansi woman showed a mother ironing a police uniform outside. Images: @shongimhananhlelo015
Source: TikTok

No matter a child's age or occupation, parents will always find a way to care for them. One woman showcased a touching moment of a mother ironing a government work uniform, an act of love many adored.

Not a crease in sight

A woman named Shongi Mhana Nhlelo uploaded a TikTok video showing an older woman ironing a person's South African Police Service (SAPS) uniform while sitting on the floor outside.

The iconic blue shirt looked brand new as the woman ironed the garment.

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Shongi didn't share if the uniform was hers.

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Watch the TikTok video below:

SA talks about mom and SAPS uniform

A few members of the online community headed to the comment section to shower the mother with praise, while others shared their thoughts about the SAPS uniform.

A woman with a mug in the one hand and her phone in the other.
People online praised the mom for her thoughtfulness. Image: Prostock-Studio
Source: Getty Images

@annamasuku581 said to the public:

"I thought these uniforms were washed by prisoners because I haven't seen them on the washing line. God bless this mother."

@selb_mwelase told the online community:

"I miss wearing my uniform. Yoh, it's almost a year."

After seeing the clip, @botsatsa21 commented:

"This means Mama is well taken care of."

@noko.malatji5 positively shared:

"I am sure she is proud of you. This is the reason she is doing this. I admire her. Please take care of her. God will bless you abundantly."

@luvomeli added in the comments:

"This is how mothers win in life - living to see you succeed."

@mpenda.and.sons.t said to Shongi:

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"Please buy an ironing board."

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Jade Rhode (Human Interest Editor) Jade Rhode is a Human Interest Reporter who joined the Briefly News team in April 2024. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from Rhodes University, majoring in Journalism and Media Studies (distinction) and Linguistics. Before pursuing her tertiary education, Jade worked as a freelance writer at Vannie Kaap News, telling the tales of the community. After her studies, Jade worked as an editorial intern for BONA Magazine, contributing to both print and online. To get in touch with Jade, please email jade.rhode@briefly.co.za