Crime Prevention Warden Programme 2025 – Phase 2 Recruitment Now Open
The Gauteng Department of Community Safety is opening its doors again — this time inviting young people from the Coloured and Indian communities in Gauteng to apply for Phase 2 of the Crime Prevention Warden Programme, also known as the AmaPanyaza initiative.
If you’re energetic, disciplined, and passionate about keeping your community safe, this is your chance to be trained and work as a law enforcement officer close to home.
Successful applicants will receive both classroom and physical training over a period of 3 to 6 months. During this time, you’ll be paid a monthly stipend of R4,000. After completing your training, you may be placed under the Directorate of Traffic Management, where you’ll help tackle crime and promote safety in Gauteng communities.
Who Can Apply?
To be considered, you must:
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Have a Matric/Grade 12 certificate
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Be physically fit and mentally sharp
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Have no criminal record or ongoing cases
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Be willing to work weekends, shifts, and holidays
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Live in Gauteng and come from a Coloured or Indian background
It Helps If You Also Have:
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A driver’s license
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Any previous training in law enforcement or security
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Experience in volunteer work with government or community safety programmes
The Type of Person They’re Looking For:
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Someone who works well in a team
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Has strong communication skills
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Shows discipline and honesty
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Can stay calm under pressure
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Cares about the safety of others
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Can keep up with physical demands of the job
During Training, You’ll Learn to:
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Help manage traffic and safety at public events
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Be part of stop-and-search and patrol duties
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Support police with arrest procedures
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Respond to public complaints and concerns
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Take part in community-based safety operations
Where to Apply
Bring your Z83 form and CV to one of these regional offices:
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Johannesburg (Central Corridor)
📍 25 Pixley Seme Street – Ref: DCS/2023/06/01 -
Benoni (Eastern Corridor)
📍 No. 1 Main Reef Road – Ref: DCS/2023/06/02 -
Koedoespoort (Northern Corridor)
📍 Cnr Grant & Stanton Streets – Ref: DCS/2023/06/03 -
Westonaria (Western Corridor)
📍 Cnr Neptune & Saturn Streets – Ref: DCS/2022/06/05
Deadline to Apply: 14 August 2025
No late applications will be accepted. Make sure your documents are complete before handing them in.
Questions? Contact:
Mr. Tshidiso Chabane
📞 066 156 669 / 073 464 0234
🕗 Monday–Friday | 08:00–16:00
Forms Available: You can get the Z83 application form online or pick one up at any of the offices listed above.