NamPol Releases Names of Successful Candidates Called for Basic Training
The Namibian Police Force (NamPol) has called on candidates who successfully passed recruitment interviews in August 2026 to report for police basic training between 28 and 31 October 2026.
According to an official instruction issued by Acting Inspector-General of the Namibian Police Force, Major-General A. Nainda, the selected candidates will report to the Ruben Danger Ashipala, Simon Mutumba Mutumba and Pius Joseph Kaundu Police Training Centres.
The instruction directs regional commanders and other relevant police officials to notify successful candidates whose names appear on the official lists and ensure that they confirm their availability and readiness to undergo training.
NamPol has stressed that only candidates whose names appear on the official lists are permitted to report to the training centres. Individuals who believe they passed the interviews but cannot find their names on the lists have been instructed not to report.
The police further clarified that no official transport will be provided, meaning candidates must make their own travel arrangements and cover the associated costs.
Documents and Items Candidates Must Bring
Candidates are required to arrive with their original identification documents, birth certificates and academic qualifications, alongside 14 certified copies of their identity documents and qualifications. They must also bring 12 copies of their tax certificates.
Other required items include a health passport containing their medical history, shaving equipment, an iron, a blanket, toiletries, black shoe polish and a shoe brush.
Candidates who have children must bring their children’s birth certificates, while those who were previously employed must provide a letter from their former employer. Any documents that were outstanding during the recruitment process must also be submitted.
The police have additionally instructed recruits to bring physical training clothing, including running shoes, tracksuits and shorts, as well as plastic cups, plates, spoons and forks.
Candidates are advised to prepare for changing weather conditions and bring sufficient personal belongings for their stay at the training centres.
Although recruits are expected to report with their mobile phones, the devices may be kept by the training centres’ management and made available only when considered necessary.
However, candidates are strictly prohibited from bringing their own vehicles, weapons, sharp objects, laptops or computers to the training centres.
Training Does Not Guarantee Permanent Employment
The police have warned candidates that being called up for basic training does not automatically guarantee permanent employment within the force.
Appointment as a Cadet Constable during the training period will be conditional on successfully completing the prescribed basic training programme and meeting the requirements set by the training centres.
Permanent appointment will only be considered after successful completion of training and fulfilment of the applicable requirements under the Police Act.
Candidates who currently hold, or previously held, permanent positions within other Offices, Ministries and Agencies (OMAs) have also been cautioned against resigning from their existing jobs simply to attend police training.
According to the instruction, anyone who voluntarily leaves permanent employment to participate in the programme does so at their own risk. The Namibian Police Force will not be responsible for the loss of employment, benefits, seniority, remuneration or other employment-related entitlements resulting from such a decision.
Candidates Warned Over Outstanding Legal Matters
Before reporting for training, candidates are required to ensure that outstanding traffic fines have been paid, warrants of arrest have been addressed and pending court matters have been disclosed and, where possible, finalised.
They must also truthfully disclose any criminal or disciplinary matters relevant to their circumstances.
The police warned that the discovery of outstanding offences, warrants or other relevant legal matters could lead to disciplinary action under the training rules, potentially resulting in a candidate’s removal from the programme.
Failure to disclose pending court matters, providing false information, concealing important details or committing serious misconduct may also lead to disciplinary action, including dismissal from training.
The instruction was issued to ensure that successful candidates are informed of the reporting arrangements and comply with all requirements before arriving at their respective training centres.
Candidates seeking clarification have been advised to contact Chief Inspector H. Ndalelwa at 061 209 3384 or Senior Inspector P. Shimanda at 061 209 3364.
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