Cancelled R360-million health contract delayed intake of 5,500 police recruits

What happened

Medical assessments for the planned intake could not be completed after the health risk management contract was cancelled. The recruitment of 5,500 police recruits was delayed as a result.

Why it may matter

• This is time-bound — there is an application or deadline involved, so check the dates before they pass.
• Cancelled outright. Anyone depending on it needs a new plan.
• Useful if you are trying to get into university or get a job.
• Affects students in South Africa.