History of the SANDF Reserve System History of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Reserve System The Reserve Force Division was established in 2003 and the Reserve Force Strategy was developed in 2004 which emphasised the importance of having a tranformed and viable Reserve Force. The Division is headed by a Major General with … Read more
South Africa Military Ombud South Africa Military Ombud ABOUT THE SA MILITARY OMBUD The concept of the Military Ombud was first contemplated in the late 1990’s as: An independent, external mechanism to deal with the complaints and grievances of members and former members of the SANDF; and A place for the public to lodge complaints … Read more
South African Department of Military Veterans South African Department of Military Veterans About the Department of Military Veterans The initiative of establishing the Department of Military Veterans forms part of government’s commitment to support and recognise Military Veterans for their contribution to bring about the realisation of a peaceful, democratic and prosperous South Africa. Vision … Read more
University Reserve Training Programme Mission To identify, select and recruit young South African citizens with leadership characteristics, who are undergoing tertiary education, and to conduct their military foundation training in an appropriate and accessible manner, to prepare them for subsequent corps/functional and Junior Leader Training for appointment into military leadership positions within the SANDF. Designation … Read more
SANDF South African Air Force South African Air Force About History of the South African Air Force Vision and Mission The SAAF Mandate Values of the South African Air Force SA Air Force Slogan The SAAF Structure South African Air Force Contact Details SAAF Bases and Units The South African Air Force Corporate Identity South African … Read more
The South African Air Force Uniform The South African Air Force Uniform South African Air Force Uniform and Dress Codes Ceremonial Wear Coveralls and Flight-suits Fabrics Ladies Uniforms Military Jackets Shirts Trousers South Africa has a fine reputation for producing exceptionally high quality uniforms, and competes well on the international markets. Our clothing and textile … Read more
The South African Air Force Rank Insignia THE AIRFORCE – RANK INSIGNIA General’s cap badge On the 1st of September 2002 the Air Force rank insignia changed from the insignia currently shared with the Army and SAMHS to a new system in order to bring it more in line with international forms of rank and … Read more
The South African Air Force Proficiency Insignia Aircrew Wings currently in use in the South African Air Force Pilot Reserve Force Pilot Navigator Electronic Technician Electronic Warfare Operator Flight Engineer Loadmaster Radio Operator Flight Attendant The following insignia are currently in use in the SA Air Force. These insignia indicate that a person is … Read more
South African Air Force Uniform and Dress Codes Ceremonial Wear Coveralls and Flight-suits Fabrics Ladies Uniforms Military Jackets Shirts Trousers South Africa has a fine reputation for producing exceptionally high quality uniforms, and competes well on the international markets. Our clothing and textile industry has a reputation for high integrity and producing high quality value-for-money … Read more
The South African Air Force Fund The South African Air Force Fund About the South African Air Force Fund General The South African Air Force Fund is an officially acknowledged establishment which strives to render a service to its beneficiaries, within the bounds of the financial means available to it, with benefits, which the … Read more