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Minister of Defence and Military Veterans 🇿🇦

@defence_za

Minister of Defence and Military Veterans🇿🇦

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calendar_today17-07-2024 11:52:54

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Not to be outdone were the Engineers, who showcase their expertise by rapidly building a tactical bridge, demonstrating the SA National Defence Force’s capabilities in infrastructure development. #SANDF #SAArmy #SAMilitaryHealthService #PrideOfLions

Not to be outdone were the Engineers, who showcase their expertise by rapidly building a tactical bridge, demonstrating the SA National  Defence Force’s capabilities in infrastructure development.

#SANDF
#SAArmy
#SAMilitaryHealthService
#PrideOfLions
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Adding to the excitement, Military Police and Medics played a crucial role in the performance, showcasing their skills in emergency response. #SANDF #SAArmy #SAMilitaryHealthService #PrideOfLions

Adding  to the excitement, Military Police and Medics played a crucial role in  the performance, showcasing their skills in emergency response.

#SANDF
#SAArmy
#SAMilitaryHealthService
#PrideOfLions
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We joined The Presidency 🇿🇦 on a Working Visit to Lesotho for the 2nd Bi-National Commission. I also signed an MoU with my Lesotho counterpart to enhance defence cooperation—strengthening regional peace, stability & development. SA National Defence Force 🇿🇦 #SAinLesotho 🇿🇦🇱🇸

We joined <a href="/PresidencyZA/">The Presidency 🇿🇦</a> on a Working Visit to Lesotho for the 2nd Bi-National Commission. I also signed an MoU with my Lesotho counterpart to enhance defence cooperation—strengthening regional peace, stability &amp; development.
<a href="/SANDF_ZA/">SA National Defence Force 🇿🇦</a> 
#SAinLesotho 🇿🇦🇱🇸
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Yesterday, we laid to rest Mama Gertrude Shope, a true servant of the people 🇿🇦. A freedom fighter, leader, and pillar of our democracy, she stood firm for justice, dignity and the empowerment of women. Rest in Peace Mother of our democracy 🕊️

Yesterday, we laid to rest Mama Gertrude Shope, a true servant of the people 🇿🇦. A freedom fighter, leader, and pillar of our democracy, she stood firm for justice, dignity and the empowerment of women. 
Rest in Peace Mother of our democracy 🕊️
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Today, we spoke with SABC News journalist Khayelihle Khumalo at Denel Aeronautics in Kempton Park. We engaged in a productive discussion on several key defence matters, including the current status of the withdrawal phase of the SAMIDRC SA National Defence Force 🇿🇦

Today, we spoke with <a href="/SABCNews/">SABC News</a> journalist Khayelihle Khumalo at <a href="/DenelSOC/">Denel</a> Aeronautics in Kempton Park. We engaged in a productive discussion on several key defence matters, including the current status of the withdrawal phase of the  SAMIDRC <a href="/SANDF_ZA/">SA National Defence Force 🇿🇦</a>
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We officiated the graduation of the 1st 580 cadets of the SANSI. This milestone marks a bold step in empowering youth through discipline, skills development, and national service. The ceremony celebrated a transformative programme aimed at tackling youth unemployment SA National Defence Force 🇿🇦

We officiated the graduation of the 1st 580 cadets of the SANSI. This milestone marks a bold step in empowering youth through discipline, skills development, and national service. The ceremony celebrated a transformative programme aimed at tackling youth unemployment <a href="/SANDF_ZA/">SA National Defence Force 🇿🇦</a>
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Today, we will table the budget speech for the Department of Defence and Military Veterans 🇿🇦 We will host a budget preview media briefing at 9am. LIVE STREAM SA National Defence Force 🇿🇦 YouYube Bantu Holomisa #LetsDoMoreTogether

Today, we will table the budget speech for the Department of Defence and Military Veterans 🇿🇦 We will host a budget preview media briefing at 9am.
LIVE STREAM <a href="/SANDF_ZA/">SA National Defence Force 🇿🇦</a> YouYube <a href="/BantuHolomisa/">Bantu Holomisa</a>
#LetsDoMoreTogether
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Today marked a historic engagement with the newly constituted Reserve Force Council, led by Chairperson Maj Gen (Ret) Yekelo. Together, we tackled key priorities shaping the future of the Reserve Force—transformation, readiness, training, & inclusive representation SA National Defence Force 🇿🇦

Today marked a historic engagement with the newly constituted Reserve Force Council, led by Chairperson Maj Gen (Ret)  Yekelo. Together, we tackled key priorities shaping the future of the Reserve Force—transformation, readiness, training, &amp; inclusive representation <a href="/SANDF_ZA/">SA National Defence Force 🇿🇦</a>
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Today, We join the nation in laying to rest former President David Mabuza. We honour a life of service, courage, and unwavering commitment to South Africa. May his soul rest in eternal peace. #DavidMabuza

Today, We join the nation in laying to rest former President David Mabuza. We honour a life of service, courage, and unwavering commitment to South Africa. May his soul rest in eternal peace. #DavidMabuza
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05 || As the 1st CIC of democratic SA, Nelson Mandela’s principles continue to inspire the military. The Minister’s active participation in the commemorations honoured & served Madiba’s legacy to strengthen civil-military relations & promote a culture of servant leadership.

05 || As the 1st CIC of democratic SA,  Nelson Mandela’s principles continue to inspire the military. The Minister’s active participation in the commemorations honoured &amp; served Madiba’s legacy to strengthen civil-military relations &amp; promote a culture of servant leadership.
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Part 06 -In a practical display of this ethos, members of the armed forces rolled up their sleeves & led a cleaning campaign along the Jukskei River in Alexandra, restoring dignity to the environment & reaffirming their commitment to environmental stewardship & community service.

Part 06 -In a practical display of this ethos, members of the armed forces rolled up their sleeves &amp; led a cleaning campaign along the Jukskei River in Alexandra, restoring dignity to the environment &amp; reaffirming their commitment to environmental stewardship &amp; community service.