Thousands of young people in Eswatini descended on police regional headquarters across the four regions for the first day of the three-day recruitment for Constable II posts. Massive queues formed as early as 2:30am in Hhohho, 3am in Manzini and 6am in Shiselweni and Lubombo. By 4pm, thousands of hopefuls were still in line. The recruitment drive is being conducted by the Royal Eswatini Police Service (REPS) to fill a limited number of vacant Constable II positions.
To be eligible for the positions, applicants must be citizens of Eswatini aged between 21 and 35, physically fit, have normal eyesight without spectacles and possess good character, with no previous criminal convictions. They must also possess authentic Form V, SGCSE, IGCSE, GCE, O-Level, COSC or Matric certificates, with a minimum of three credits and a pass in English. The REPS has advised interested candidates to personally submit their applications at their nearest Police Regional Headquarters.
The recruitment process involves several stages, including a written aptitude test, physical fitness assessment and oral interview. Applicants who successfully meet the initial requirements will proceed to the next stages. Those who are successful will be remunerated in accordance with government salary scales applicable to Constable II officers. The REPS has cautioned aspiring recruits against falling victim to employment scammers.
Applicants were required to attach a recently taken passport-size photograph, academic certificates, national identity document, birth certificate, educational testimonials, curriculum vitae and a driver’s licence, where available. The REPS has urged applicants to remain vigilant and not entertain anyone demanding money in exchange for securing a position in the police service. The recruitment drive is being conducted from November 3, 2026.
The REPS is conducting the recruitment drive in the four regions of Eswatini, including Hhohho, Manzini, Shiselweni, and Lubombo. The police regional headquarters in each region are receiving applications from hopefuls. The REPS has stated that it intends to fill a limited number of vacant Constable II positions.
According to the Swazi Observer, the recruitment drive is a significant opportunity for young people in Eswatini to join the police service. The REPS is expected to select candidates who meet the eligibility requirements and perform well in the recruitment process. The selected candidates will undergo training and become part of the Royal Eswatini Police Service.
The REPS has reported that the recruitment process is going smoothly, with thousands of applicants turning out to apply for the Constable II positions. The police service has urged applicants to be patient and follow the recruitment process. The REPS will announce the successful candidates in due course.
Key points
- The Royal Eswatini Police Service is recruiting Constable II officers, with thousands of young people turning out to apply for the positions.
- Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements, including being a citizen of Eswatini, aged between 21 and 35, and possessing a minimum of three credits in their academic certificates.
- The recruitment process involves a written aptitude test, physical fitness assessment, and oral interview, with successful candidates to be remunerated in accordance with government salary scales.
