SANDF – South African National Defence Force

SANDF Medals : Gold Merit Awards

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South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Medals : Gold Merit Awards IPHROTHIYA ye GOLIDE (PG) (Merit Award Gold) Awarded to members who have distinguished themselves by exceptional leadership or exceptional meritorious service and the utmost devotion to duty. Language of origin: ISIZULU Medal distinction: PROTEA Ribbon colour design: BLUE (Blue crane) 13mm, YELLOW (Gold) 2mm  … Read more

Details of the South African Air Force Structure

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Details of the South African Air Force Structure The Department of Defence The following organigram will give an indication of where the South African Air Force features in the Department of Defence Structures.  Structure of the Air Force The new Structure will be updated as soon as possible…    The Air Force Office The Air Force … Read more

SANDF Medals : Order of Mapungubwe

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South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Medals : Order of Mapungubwe The Order is to be awarded to South Africans for excellence and exceptional achievement The Order can be awarded in three classes: Class 1 – The Platinum Order of Mapugubwe Class 2 – The Gold Order of Mapungubwe Class 3 – The Bronze Order … Read more

South African Sea Cadets

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South African Sea Cadets The motto “Honour and Skill” of the South African Sea Cadets is proudly displayed under their badge. These words embody the core values of the corps which are Integrity, Excellence and Service and are instilled in the Sea Cadets via their training and interaction with competent instructors. These three words embody … Read more

SANDF Environmental Services Contact Details

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South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Environmental Services Contact Details DIRECTORATE FACILITIES Department of Defence Logistics Division Directorate Facilities Private Bag X 319 Pretoria 0001 Tel: (012) 339 5155 Fax: (012) 339 5159 E-mail:  clogfac@global.co.za DIRECTORATE FACILITIES SUPPORT MANAGEMENT Department of Defence Logistics Division Directorate Facilities Support Management Private Bag X 319 Pretoria 0001 Tel: (012) … Read more

Chaplains in Deployments | SANDF

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Chaplains in Deployments | South African National Defence Force (SANDF) CHAPLAINS IN DEPLOYMENTS Kenneth Anderson, an Australian chaplain during World War 1 in France, wrote that: The influence of a chaplain over the men depends on one thing – his obvious physical bravery. Everyone can value courage, for all know the meaning of fear. All … Read more