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News24
4 days ago
- Politics
- News24
Do not accept bribes disguised as ‘cold drink', Mkhwanazi warns as new officers join SAPS
KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, has urged new officers to reject bribes and uphold their oath of office. He spoke as 145 new police constables - 109 women and 36 men - graduated from the SAPS Academy in Ulundi. They will be deployed to various parts of the province to boost safety and crime-fighting efforts. KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, has cautioned newly trained police officers against accepting bribes. Speaking during the passing out parade at the SAPS Academy in Ulundi on Friday, he also warned the new recruits against forming relationships with criminals and reminded them of the oath they had taken to serve and protect the people of South Africa. READ | Mkhwanazi allegations probe: ANC wants full control over the way MPs will question witnesses 'Some will be happy for you to the point of offering you bribes, which they will refer to as a cold drink. Do not accept such,' he warned. 'Love your country, respect the people you serve, and respect the oath of office you took when you joined the police.' Mkhwanazi was addressing 145 new police constables about a month after he alleged that organised crime syndicates had infiltrated the South African Police Service, prompting President Cyril Ramaphosa to put Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on special leave and establish a judicial commission of inquiry. The constables - 109 women and 36 men - had just completed their six-month Introductory Police Development Learning Programme and were declared competent. They will be deployed to various parts of the province. Mkhwanazi told the officers that policing came with great responsibility and authority, and reminded them that criminals often tried to befriend officers so that they could evade the law. #sapsKZN [PASSING OUT PARADES] The Provincial Commissioner of KwaZulu-Natal Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is officiating the passing out parade of 145 new police Constables who completed the Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at SAPS Academy Ulundi.… — SA Police Service 🇿🇦 (@SAPoliceService) August 15, 2025 He urged the new recruits to serve with integrity and to prioritise the safety and lives of South African citizens. The new intake of officers is expected to bolster the province's crime-fighting efforts and improve police visibility.
Yahoo
06-08-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen: Friendly prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, odds
Chelsea begin their two-week pre-season campaign with a game against Bayer Leverkusen at Stamford Bridge on Friday. Enzo Maresca's side will play their first match since their Club World Cup win in the United States back in June. There should be plenty of fresh faces for Chelsea supporters to watch for the first time, with new recruits Jamie Gittens, Willian Estevao, and Jorrel Hato in line to make their first appearances for the club. Fellow new signings Joao Pedro and Liam Delap have already shown what they can do in Chelsea blue with their performances at the Club World Cup, with Pedro particularly impressing with three goals in the last two games, including a brace in the semi-final against Fluminense. Estevao was also a shining light for Palmeiras in the revamped competition, and the 18-year-old scored against his current employers in a 2-1 quarter-final win for Maresca's men. Chelsea take on a Leverkusen side managed by former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, and the Dutchman has overseen plenty of change in personnel since his arrival in Germany. Big names such as Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, Jonathan Tah, Odion Kossounou, and Granit Xhaka have all departed, but ten Hag has already put his stamp on the squad with the arrivals of Mark Flekken from Brentford, Jarrell Quansah from Liverpool, and Malik Tillmann from PSV Eindhoven. Date, kick-off time and venue Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen is scheduled for a 7pm BST kick-off on Friday, August 8, 2025. The game will take place at Stamford Bridge. How to watch Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen TV channel: The match will be shown on Channel 5, with coverage starting at 6.30pm BST ahead of a 7pm BST kick off. Live stream: Viewers can also stream the game for free on DAZN. Live blog: You can also follow all the action with Standard Sport's live blog! Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen team news There could be three debutants in the Chelsea squad, with Gittens, Estevao, and Hato all ready to play their first minutes. Other new signings Joao Pedro and Delap could also make their home debuts against the Bundesliga side. Injury-wise, Benoit Badiashile, Romeo Lavia, Dario Essugo and Enzo Fernandez were all fitness concerns following the Club World Cup final victory over Paris Saint-Germain, but the quartet could all feature here after a three-week hiatus. Wesley Fofana is the only confirmed absentee with a hamstring issue. As for Leverkusen, ten Hag has a full complement to pick from. Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen prediction The momentum is with Chelsea after their Club World Cup win and vibes are high after the arrival of Hato, who will rival Marc Cucurella at left-back. Leverkusen, meanwhile, have lost a lot of key players and are still adapting to ten Hag's principles, particularly after such a regimented spell of 3-4-2-1 under Xabi Alonso. Chelsea look even stronger with their summer additions, and should have too much for the former German champions here. Chelsea to win, 3-1 Head to head (h2h) history and results Chelsea wins: 1 Leverkusen wins: 1 Draws: 0 Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen match odds Chelsea win: /1 Leverkusen win: 2/1 Draw: 10/3 Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
BreakingNews.ie
06-06-2025
- BreakingNews.ie
Total of 120 new garda recruits sworn in at ceremony in Templemore
Minister for Justice, Jim O'Callaghan welcomed the attestation of 120 new members of An Garda Síochána at a ceremony in the Garda College in Templemore on Friday. The new Garda members will now be assigned by the Commissioner to Garda Divisions throughout the country where they will begin their careers in An Garda Síochána. Advertisement Speaking at the Garda College, Minister O'Callaghan said: 'My focus is on ensuring Ireland is a safer place for everyone. Making sure that An Garda Siochana is at full-strength is a core part of that. This Government has made a commitment, and we will recruit at least 5,000 new Gardaí over the next five years. "I am pleased that a further 170 recruits will enter the Garda College this coming Monday 9th June." Ireland Sinn Féin calls for vacant council houses to be ma... Read More Of the 120 attesting on Friday, 89 are men and 31 are women. Minister O'Callaghan said: 'I want to congratulate our new Garda members as they attest from the Garda College and join their new stations across the country. 74 of the new Members will be deployed across the Dublin Metropolitan Region. 'For each new Garda attesting today, this is a milestone that marks the beginning of a fulfilling career dedicated to protecting the community and to public service. 'That strong relationship between our gardaí and the community is not the norm in many countries and it is something we must never take for granted. I know that each one of these gardaí will continue in this great tradition."
