The Namibian Correctional Service (NCS) has commenced with stage one, the physical fitness test, of the ongoing recruitment process on Wednesday in various regions across the country.

Senior Chief Correctional Officer of the Subdivision of Sports and Culture in the Khomas Region, Kennedy Kalweya, who facilitates the fitness test at Independence Stadium, said the test kicked off at 07h00 on Wednesday for shortlisted candidates that fall in the 18 to 26 year age category.

“Things are going very well. We started this morning at 07h00 and so far we have not experienced any major hiccups,” Kalweya said.

However, he did address the concerns expressed on whether candidates should attend the physical fitness tests with their Certificate of Conduct, adding that it is no longer a precondition, but will be a requirement for the final selected candidates.

“With these physical exercises we don’t need the Certificate of Conduct as this is only for the final selected candidates,” he said.

Candidates of 26 years and above along with the sports candidates are expected to report at the different venues in various regions from 20 to 21 January.

The NCS also once again cautioned the public and the shortlisted candidates not to make any monetary payment to any person claiming to assist or offer question papers.

The public and candidates are urged to immediately report such incidents to the Namibian Police.

NCS is currently in the process of recruiting 200 prison service officers.

(NAMPA)

Source: The Namibian Press Agency