This equates to 0.79% of GDP, considered very low for military spending relative to international benchmarks. This can still be viewed as a DISASTER for the #SANDF and its abilities to carry out its missions. The Min & Dep Min constantly state it will be increased to 1.5%!
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Ramaphosa’s authority shaken as generals defy orders Senior commanders ignored the President’s instruction to restrict Iran’s role in China’s naval exercise off Cape Town

A row over #Iran’s role in naval drills off Cape Town has exposed deep cracks in #SouthAfrica’s civil-military balance, as senior #SANDF leaders appeared to ignore a direct instruction from President Ramaphosa.

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Mozambique: 114 muertos y medio millón de afectados por inundaciones Las autoridades han contabilizado 65.000 viviendas dañadas, 24 centros de salud y 43 escuelas inundadas, miles de kilómetros de carreteras intransitables y cerca de 20.000 hectáreas de tierras agrícolas perdidas.

WATCH: SANDF intercepts over 1 000 undocumented foreigners at border in Limpopo | The Citizen During the interception, a SANDF member was wounded by an aggressive undocumented foreign national.

WATCH: SANDF intercepts over 1 000 undocumented foreigners at border in Limpopo #Zimbabweans #Limpopo #SANDF #ForeignNationals

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Lots of comment about a #SANDF "Ratel" at the Afrikaanse Hoër Seunskool (Afrikaans Boys High School - Affies) matric farewell party.

It is not a Ratel and it is not a SANDF vehicle. It is a privately owned Jorsin Tau 4×4 IFV (Infantry Fighting Vehicle) prototype. Looks great!

In the weeks after the battle of Goma in the DRC, soldiers say food at the base was a scarce commodity - and soldiers weren't being paid their allowances. #CarteBlanche #SANDF #SouthAfrica #News

This soldier was deployed to the SA base at Sake in the DRC earlier this year. Not only does he claim overall strategic failures, but that soldiers also didn't have the basics - such as tents. #CarteBlanche #SANDF #SouthAfrica

Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 19 October 2025 – SAMDB News

Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 19 October 2025

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#Knysna #BattleOfGoma #SANDF #HopeAndTennis #EllisPark #PlainSight #NHlanhlaMkhwanazi #K9Bond #Dogs #online #streaming #television #TV #CarteBlancheTV #MNet101

SA soldiers owed as much as R600 000 in allowances, months after return from DRC | News24 Months have passed since the return of South African soldiers deployed to war-ravaged parts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, but allowances are still owed to them, as much as R600 000 in some ...

While the #SANDF generals spent R34-million on a jaunt to Cuba, the soldiers are owed as much as R600 000 in allowances, months after returning from the DRC war zone mess: www.news24.com/politics/sa-...

More #SANDF trash behaviour: Private Mkhize regularly strips on TikTok, in her SANDF uniform. No wonder this defence force is useless at doing its actual job! Can't even apply the Military Code of Conduct.

Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 27 July 2025

#CarteBlancheTV #MNet101 #NhlanhlaMkhwanzi #KZNPolice #DrStent #SavingSenekal #Senekal #SANDF #OpenSecrets #TortureSquad #FightForLand #Georgia #online #series #treaming #TV #television

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In 2022, an Ethiopian man and his bodyguard disappeared into thin air at the Mall of Africa in Midrand, Johannesburg. CCTV footage showed the men's final moments, and police knew this was something far bigger... #CarteBlanche #SANDF #Crime

Holomisa says SANDF not in a fit state to defend the country if it is attacked Deputy Defence Minister Bantu Holomisa said that part of the problem was that the military was not being properly funded.

It's not easy for a politician to tell the truth, particularly when talking about the country's defence. Not a nice reality, but the General is being honest. Only by acknowledging the problem can we do something about it. #SANDF #SouthAfrica

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I've written a lot on South Africa's military decline, reduced #SANDF budget, lost capabilities, etc, culminating in ineffective missions in the DRC and Moz. Seems words are too much. Perhaps this will work to make those that matter see what a critical state the SANDF is in.

World Hydrography Day celebrations are coming to East London this weekend!
SAS AMATOLA, SAS KING SHAKA ZULU and SAS ADAM KOK III of the SA Navy will be open to the public on Sat 21 June and Sun 22 June. SA Navy Band will perform at the Guild Theatre on Sunday.
#SANavy #SANDF

SANDF RETURNS FROM DRC: A MOMENT TO HONOUR, REFLECT, AND RECOMMIT

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#GOODParty #SANDF #SADC #RIP

SANDF refutes claims of troops returning from DRC surrendering weapons in Rwanda On Sunday, City Press published an article stating that the returning SANDF soldiers are without weapons.

The #SANDF has refuted claims that the returning troops from the #DRC have surrendered their weapons while passing through #Rwanda.

SANDF refutes claims of troops returning from DRC surrendering weapons in Rwanda On Sunday, City Press published an article stating that the returning SANDF soldiers are without weapons.

The #SANDF has refuted claims that the returning troops from the #DRC have surrendered their weapons while passing through #Rwanda.

SANDF downplays claims group of SA troops stranded in eastern DRC This follows reports in the Sunday papers that busses meant to transport soldiers from Goma back to South Africa failed to arrive after army officials announced the scaling down of the mission two…

The #SANDF has downplayed claims that a group of #SouthAfrican troops are stranded in the eastern #DRC in a stalled mission to withdraw peacekeepers in the warring country.

SANDF downplays claims group of SA troops stranded in eastern DRC This follows reports in the Sunday papers that busses meant to transport soldiers from Goma back to South Africa failed to arrive after army officials announced the scaling down of the mission two…

The #SANDF has downplayed claims that a group of #SouthAfrican troops are stranded in the eastern #DRC in a stalled mission to withdraw peacekeepers in the warring country.

South African soldiers expected out of DRC by end of May South African National Defence Force (SANDF) troops have finally started their journey home from the DRC.

“Withdrawal really was the only option.”

- Helmoed Heitman, military analyst #DRC #SANDF

South African soldiers expected out of DRC by end of May South African National Defence Force (SANDF) troops have finally started their journey home from the DRC.

“Withdrawal really was the only option.”

- Helmoed Heitman, military analyst #DRC #SANDF

Withdrawal of troops from DRC not a sign of weakness, says SANDF The first group of SANDF soldiers and other regional troops were withdrawn last week, after a decision by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit in March.

The #SANDF says the withdrawal of troops from the eastern #DRC is not a sign of weakness for #SouthAfrica’s military, as the second phase of the withdrawal gets underway.

Withdrawal of troops from DRC not a sign of weakness, says SANDF The first group of SANDF soldiers and other regional troops were withdrawn last week, after a decision by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit in March.

The #SANDF says the withdrawal of troops from the eastern #DRC is not a sign of weakness for #SouthAfrica’s military, as the second phase of the withdrawal gets underway.

Goma airport closure leaves South African soldiers trapped in the DRC South African National Defence Force (SANDF) troops that are scheduled to return home are reportedly stranded in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) due to the closure of Goma International Airport, leaving the soldiers uncertain about when they will return home. Sources within the SANDF, currently involved in a peacekeeping mission in the DRC, have expressed alarm over the situation, stating to IOL that the troops are trapped and unable to return home. The DRC government issued a notice earlier this month banning the use of Goma International Airport, citing security concerns linked to the presence of M23/AFC/RDF forces. This decision complicates recent agreements between the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the M23 regarding the repair and reopening of the airport. The closure has elicited strong reactions from Rwanda, as it disrupts travel for Rwandan businesspeople and officials to the Great Lakes region, impacting trade and economic activities. The DRC maintains that the airport’s reopening is contingent upon its exclusive authorisation. In February, Kinshasa justified the closure by citing violations of its territorial integrity by M23/AFC/RDF forces. Civil aviation authorities were notified due to the dangerous use of Goma Airport, exacerbated by the presence of the Rwandan Army,” said the source “The DRC asserts that the airport falls under its exclusive national sovereignty and will not lift this ban until the situation improves, in accordance with UN Security Council Resolution 2773, which demands the withdrawal of Rwandan troops.” Conditions in Goma are reportedly dire. Sanitation facilities have been non-functional for the past two months due to the inability of waste management trucks to access the area. Troops are also relying on M23 for water for drinking and bathing, raising significant concerns about the safety and welfare of South African personnel. * IOL News The post Goma airport closure leaves South African soldiers trapped in the DRC appeared first on The Namibian.

#GomaAirport #DRC #SANDF #SouthAfrica #Peacekeeping

GOOD Party concerned over deployment of SANDF soldiers to EC amid protests over rape of girl (7) On Tuesday, several soldiers were seen at a protest against gender-based violence, which is prevalent in the local municipality.

The #GOODParty has expressed concern over the deployment of #SANDF soldiers to the #EasternCape amid protests over the rape of a seven-year-old girl in #Matatiele.

GOOD Party concerned over deployment of SANDF soldiers to EC amid protests over rape of girl (7) On Tuesday, several soldiers were seen at a protest against gender-based violence, which is prevalent in the local municipality.

The #GOODParty has expressed concern over the deployment of #SANDF soldiers to the #EasternCape amid protests over the rape of a seven-year-old girl in #Matatiele.

South Africa’s defense minister claimed the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) ranked third in Africa, after Egypt and Algeria.

This has sparked debate, especially after 14 South African troops died in January 2025 in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

#SANDF #DRC #southafrica

This equates to 0.80% of GDP, considered very low for military spending relative to international benchmarks. This can still be viewed as a DISASTER for the #SANDF and its abilities to carry out its missions. The Dep Min had constantly stated it would be increased to 1.5%!
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The Dep Minister said that the #SANDF would get an increase. Did we see it? No!

I understand SA is facing economic challenges, large social issues, but Defence is important, dammit!

The SANDF is given an ever increasing mandate, yet a reduced budget. This leads to deaths.
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