South African politician Gayton McKenzie faced criticism over the racial diversity of new South African Police Service recruits. According to The Citizen, McKenzie argued that South Africa should include young people from all racial groups in its public institutions. The remarks sparked a backlash, with critics challenging his stance on the composition of the police intake and broader transformation policy.

More than 400 police recruits are in a state of uncertainty after the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) canceled their recruitment process during the training stage. The decision to restart the process was made after 52 applicants were flagged for potential corruption, according to Sowetan.

A group of recruits from the Johannesburg Metro Police Department is contesting the city's decision to cancel their appointments, which they claim is linked to allegations of corruption. Their challenge comes after two years of effort to join the force, putting their future in law enforcement at risk.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Kenya has enhanced its efforts to combat terrorism by training new recruits of the Administration Police Service (APS) in specialized skills aimed at addressing online radicalization and terror financing. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to strengthen the country's defense against terrorist threats.

One year after Mkhwanazi's exposé on the infiltration of the South African Police Service (SAPS) by criminal elements, the country continues to seek clear answers regarding the situation. The ongoing investigation highlights the challenges faced in addressing corruption within law enforcement, according to SABC News.

Uganda's Inspector General of Police, Abas Byakagaba, has transferred and promoted 21 senior officers in a reshuffle affecting key departments including criminal investigations, traffic and road safety, and logistics and engineering. According to Matooke Republic, the changes were announced in a message circulated to police units on September 8, 2026, and take immediate effect. The affected officers include commissioners, though the full list was not detailed in the available report.