# Recruitment Reflects Applicant Pool | Johannesburg News

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Podcast: [Johannesburg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/johannesburg-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7622176)
Published: 2026-09-09T14:02:35+00:00
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Minister Gayton McKenzie sparked debate after noting that recent SAPS recruits were all Black, questioning racial balance in public institutions. The Justice Cluster responded, clarifying that the recruit pool mirrors the applicant pool — where African applicants vastly outnumbered white, Indian, and coloured applicants due to lower application rates. They emphasized that licensing and rigorous screening (fitness tests, medicals, background checks) ensure fairness. While acknowledging the process is equitable, they’re launching targeted outreach to boost applications from underrepresented groups, aiming for a more diverse, capable police force that truly reflects South Africa’s people. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/986e99c743add766

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