President Cyril Ramaphosa's decision to deploy the military to fight organized crime has elicited mixed reactions. "It has often been linked to the fact that we are among the most unequal societies in ...

President Cyril Ramaphosa's announced plan to deploy the military to fight crime has elicited mixed reactions from South Africans. Analysts say public confidence can only be restored through a ...

South Africa plans to  deploy army within 10 days as the government battles 60 daily killings and rising organised crime.

During the annual State of the Nation Address on Thursday, South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the deployment of military troops to support police efforts against illegal mining and ...

The SANDF invites young South Africans to apply for the 2027 Military Skills Development System (MSDS) intake. Applications are open from February 16 to March 27, 2026, and must be submitted in person ...

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the military will work with the country’s police force to counter ‘gang wars’.

Organized crime is "the most immediate threat" to South Africa's democracy, President Cyril Ramaphosa said in his state of the nation address, pledging to use the military against criminals.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is sending troops into communities to help police fight illegal mining and gang ...

Thaba Tshwane, formerly known as Voortrekkerhoogte, has become so run-down that parliamentarians have sounded the alarm.

South Africa is ranked 40th globally in terms of military strength, dropping seven spots from 2024 and remaining unchanged ...

South Africa's military ranks 4th in Africa and 40th globally, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses, as outlined by the ...