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Surprising: The Unexpected Reason the New SAPS Oath Was Introduced — To Boost Police Pride

OMGHive By OMGHive Editorial · October 27, 2026 · 1 min read · TRENDING
Surprising: The Unexpected Reason the New SAPS Oath Was Introduced — To Boost Police Pride
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On 12 July 2024, more than 2,500 officers gathered at the Union Buildings in Pretoria to recite a freshly drafted oath. The ceremony marked the first public rollout of a pledge that explicitly mentions serving “all South Africans without prejudice.” Officials say the short, emphatic promise is meant to reverse years of eroding confidence in the South African Police Service (SAPS).

What the New Oath Entails

The oath was introduced by Police Minister Bheki Cele during a televised

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The oath’s final wording was refined by a former jazz saxophonist turned poet, who argued that rhythm improves memorability.

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📅Published: October 20, 2026
✏️Written by Marcus Webb · OMGHive Editorial
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