Major delay: Police website experiences difficulties as thousands apply for programme

The SAPS’ official website is experiencing major delays as 67 774 people applied for the Basic Police Learning Development Programme (BPLDP) in 24 hours.

Police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said the applications came in via the e-recruitment system from all over South Africa.

“We are aware that our website is experiencing a delayed response due to traffic volumes. Technology Management Services (TMS), inclusive of IT experts, are continuously monitoring the influx of applications. Applicants are therefore advised to be patient and continue to refresh the careers page,” she said.

Mathe reminded applicants that the closing date is 18 July, and all applications should be submitted via the website portal and not via email.

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