Awards

Recognising Excellence in Financial Crime Investigation

IRS Forensic Investigations and its members are proud to be the most awarded private investigations firm in South Africa. Our relentless pursuit of justice and commitment to excellence have earned us accolades from both government bodies and industry leaders.

Our Honoured Achievements

Over the years, IRS Forensic Investigations and our dedicated team have been honoured with numerous awards, reflecting our unwavering dedication to combating financial crimes and contributing to the broader community:

4 Awards from the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks)

“In recognition of ongoing valued assistance and exceptional collaborative efforts in investigating financial crimes.”

4 Awards from the South African Police Service Crime Intelligence Division

“For perseverance, courage and commitment to fight crime.”

3 Awards from the NSPCA

“For their commitment towards animal welfare and their longstanding assistance they have provided the National Council of Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.”

6 Awards from SASA, SANSEA, TAPSOSA supported by PSIRA

“For going above and beyond the call of duty.”

1 Award from the Security Officers Board (SoB)

“For an act of bravery beyond the call of duty.”

Staff Awards

Our team members consistently demonstrate courage, professionalism, and dedication. Over the years, many of them have been recognised for their individual contributions:

Glenda Paul

Featured as one of four women in the Justice Category of the Mail & Guardian “Women Changing South Africa in 2019”.

Seven Bravery Awards

IRS staff members have received a total of seven bravery awards from the security industry.

Certificate of Appreciation - SAPS

South African Police Service (SAPS) Certificate of Appreciation.

Awarded in recognition of IRS’s perseverance, courage, and commitment to fighting crime, and for their significant impact on improving service delivery and building strong stakeholder relationships.

Certificate of Appreciation - HAWKS

Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) Certificate of Appreciation.

Presented to IRS for ongoing valued assistance and exceptional collaboration in the investigation of financial crimes.

Certificate of Appreciation - SPCA

National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) Certificate of Appreciation.

Granted to IRS in recognition of their commitment to animal welfare and longstanding support provided to the NSPCA.

Individual Awards

Gold Award

Chad Thomas

1998 Gold Medal Recipient
Security Officers Board

Bronze Award