27 January 2005
The South African Police Services (SAPS) celebrated its 10th anniversary for providing a service to South African democracy on 27 January 2005. Since this celebration, the South African cabinet approved 27 January as National Police Day, to commemorate the establishment of the South African Police Services and to give recognition to police officers for their sacrifice and commitment to upholding safety and security for the country.
References
SAPS, National Police Day: 27 January, from South African Police Services, [online], Available at
www.saps.gov.za [Accessed: 22 January 2014]