As SAPS Opens 5 500 Trainee Posts
CCN Reporting
CAPE TOWN:- Acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia will officially launch the Western Cape #SaferFestiveSeason Operations today, Wednesday 21 October 2026, at the Nyanga Rugby Stadium in 3rd Avenue, Nyanga.
The provincial launch follows the start of the national Safer Festive Season 2026/2027 Operations. It aims to boost police visibility and intensify joint policing operations across the province during the festive period to protect residents and visitors.
At the event, community members will be able to view displays and exhibitions and make use of mobile service units from various departments, including the Department of Employment and Labour. Integrated law enforcement teams will also demonstrate operational skills through simulations of real-life crime situations.
Approximately 175 new vehicles will be handed over to the six districts in the Western Cape to strengthen operational capacity and support safer communities.
During the festive season, joint operations will be stepped up with increased police visibility and targeted interventions focused on the safety and security of residents and visitors.
SAPS opens applications for 5 500 police trainees
In a related development, the South African Police Service has opened a nationwide online recruitment drive for 5 500 police trainees. Applications opened today, 21 October 2026, and close on 13 November 2026.
Eligible applicants with no criminal record or pending criminal cases are encouraged to apply through the official SAPS eRecruitment portal at https://erecruitment.saps.gov.za. Full requirements and further information are available on the SAPS website.
The Western Cape launch takes place at 11:00 at Nyanga Rugby Stadium, and members of the media have been invited.
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