Prime Minister (PM) Russell Dlamini has assured that government was working on a new remuneration structure for the Royal Eswatini Police Service (REPS) aimed at addressing existing irregularities within the service.
The PM revealed this yesterday during the Senate debate and subsequent adoption of the REPS Regulations 2025, at the House of Senate.
He said the proposed reforms were intended to improve fairness and consistency in police remuneration while also strengthening morale and professionalism within the service.
Dlamini applauded the Portfolio Committee for its dedication and commitment in crafting the regulations, describing their work as thorough and commendable.
He noted that the regulations would help bring much-needed clarity and order to the operations as well as welfare of the police service.
Portfolio Committee Chairperson Prince Ngabezweni also addressed the House, stating that issues affecting police officers would continue to be discussed through their association.
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He emphasised that the association remained un-unionised in line with existing laws governing security services, but still serves as a platform to engage on matters affecting officers.
Meanwhile, Senator Isaac Magagula welcomed the adoption of the regulations, saying senators were satisfied with both their content and intent.
He expressed appreciation for the indication that police insurance was being considered, noting its importance given the risks officers faced in line of duty.
“It was good to hear that policing insurance is being worked on. May I ask for the swift presentation of the insurance framework and compensation for police officers who suffer total loss of assets while doing their job. Police work hard and they must be given a remuneration allowance which can range from 5% to 15%,” he said.
