SAAF adds 40 technical ground crew to personnel strength
Nov 28, 2024 · The ground crew component of the SA Air Force (SAAF) is 40 artisans better off following official reclassification as artisans. The coming of age – as it were – from apprenticeship to artisan was marked by a 21 November parade at the Air Force Mobile Deployment Wing (AF MDW), previously Air Force Base (AFB) Swartkop, the oldest operational base in the force.
SAMIDRC extended to December 2025 - defenceWeb
Nov 22, 2024 · The Southern African Development Community (SADC) mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been extended by a year. The extension decision was taken on Thursday 21 November at an extraordinary SADC Heads of State summit in the Zimbabwean capital, Harare. The mission is staffed by Malawian, …
SANDF promotions lists for 2024/2025 - defenceWeb
Oct 17, 2024 · The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has released its promotions and appointments lists for the 2024/25 period. Appointments and/or promotions of Major Generals/Rear Admirals for the financial year 2024/25: Appointments and/or promotions of Brigadier Generals/Rear Admirals (Junior Grade) for the financial year 2024/25: Appointments and/or promotions of Colonels/Captains (SA Navy ...
SANDF opens 2025 MSDS applications - defenceWeb
Feb 12, 2024 · The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has opened its Military Skills Development System (MSDS) applications for 2025, allowing young and deserving South Africans the chance to join the military. The closing date for applications is 15 March 2024, with successful candidates to report for duty at the beginning of 2025. The MSD System takes […]
Reveal of new SA Army Reserve unit colours and insignia coming …
Dec 23, 2024 · Twelve years after name changes were proposed for a number of SA Army Reserve Force units and regiments, essentially doing away with colonial reminders, just two of the 52 changes are seemingly in place. This publication was informed by the SA National Defence Force (SANDF) Directorate Corporate Communication (DCC) the …
Understanding US-Angola security cooperation and military …
Dec 3, 2024 · US President Joe Biden is visiting Angola in a historic milestone that underscores a strengthening partnership, with a particular emphasis on security cooperation. This unprecedented visit reflects the Biden administration’s commitment to enhancing bilateral relations and addressing shared security challenges. Biden arrived in Angola on 2 December and today (3 December) is due to travel […]
Next batch of Amapanyaza report for training at Dunnottar
Oct 22, 2024 · The training programmes for the provincial law enforcement recruits first started in 2023 according to Lieutenant Betty Palathan. Reporting for SA National Defence Force (SANDF) social media she has it the training “is expected to produce well-equipped and well-trained wardens who will ensure the safety of their communities and individuals who take pride in themselves and their profession”.
New board of directors for Armscor - defenceWeb
Dec 6, 2024 · President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Cabinet approved a new board of directors for the State-owned defence acquisition and project management company, Armscor, at its December meeting. Phillip Dexter is replaced as chairman by Dr Lesiba Alex Mahapa. Open source information has it he was at the Department of Public Service and …
Jorsin launches new Tau 4x4 armoured personnel carrier
Nov 15, 2024 · At a glance what appears to be a 4×4 version of the famous Ratel infantry combat vehicle is in fact Jorsin’s new Tau armoured personnel carrier (APC), which made its first public appearance at the recent Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) exhibition. The prototype was completed just in time to take part in late September’s […]
Leading Minds Unite: Advisory Board Powers Public-Private …
Dec 13, 2024 · Join us at the Public-Private Partnerships for Defence & Security Conference 2025, hosted by defenceWeb and the South African Aerospace, Maritime & Defence Industries Association (AMD). The conference, taking place on 7 March at the CSIR, builds on the momentum of 2023’s success, with a sharper focus on fostering strategic collaborations to address pressing challenges […]