A total of 80 trainees were selected, with 60% being women, to be part of the Security Management Training Programme designed to empower young women in a field long dominated by men.

The City shared, “The programme, which officially began in January, recently concluded its first phase, marking a major achievement for the trainees who have now completed this stage and are set to commence with phase two of the programme. This hands-on experience will not only sharpen their operational skills, but also foster a sense of civic duty and pride.”

Participants have expressed gratitude and optimism about their futures. Speaking during the first phase of the programme, Anele Phungula, 22, from Malvern was happy to be part of the programme. “I look forward to helping the Municipality fight crime, protect residents, and maintain law and order, especially in the central business district,” said Phungula.

Lungelo Kubone, 22, from Chatsworth, added that this opportunity will be life-changing. “I am passionate about security and law and order. Through the programme, I am gaining skills that will help me with my career,” said Kubone.

Nqobile Phewa, senior manager of Security Management Alternative Operations in the Security Management Services Directorate, commended the trainees.

“We are proud of these young men and women, especially the remarkable number of women who are breaking barriers in the security sector. They are proof that when we invest in the youth, we are investing in a safer, stronger, and more inclusive City for all,” said Phewa.

With phase one complete, the City said the programme advances to phase two, which will run until November and focus on workplace-based training.

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