Western Cape Government Traffic Officer Bursaries 2026

Western Cape Mobility Department invites South African youth to apply for the Student Cadet Traffic Officer Bursary Programme 2026.

Bursary Application Closing Date: 05 May 2026
Bursary Location: Western Cape, South Africa (Various Traffic Centres)

The Western Cape Mobility Department is offering a 12-month full-time study bursary for candidates who want to become Traffic Officers.

Successful applicants will complete a:

Further Education and Training Certificate: Road Traffic Law Enforcement

• Reference Number: WCMD 08/2026
• Training Duration: 12 Months
• Monthly Stipend: R5 000

After training, candidates may be placed at traffic centres in:

• Worcester
• Laingsburg
• Oudtshoorn
• Somerset West
• Caledon
• Swellendam
• Mossel Bay
• George
• Knysna

To qualify for this bursary, applicants must:

• Have Grade 12 (Matric)
• Have a valid Code B (manual) driver's licence
• Be physically fit
• Have no criminal record
• Be under 35 years old
• Have no visible tattoos or body piercings (except allowed ear piercings for females)

Shortlisted candidates will be required to:

• Submit a medical certificate
• Undergo:
  • Medical assessments
  • Psychological testing
  • Drug testing
  • Physical fitness tests
  • Driving assessment
  • Written assessment
  • Interview process

• Enforce road traffic laws
• Promote road safety and crime prevention
• Perform traffic control duties
• Carry out administrative functions
• Work shifts (including 24/7 operations when required)

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Good communication skills (at least two official languages)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Confidence and assertiveness
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• This is a training bursary, not permanent employment
• A monthly stipend of R5 000 will be paid
• No accommodation or meals are included
• Future employment is not guaranteed

• Gain a recognised qualification in Road Traffic Law Enforcement
• Receive government-funded training
• Earn a monthly stipend
• Start a career in law enforcement and public safety