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Coronavirus morning update: SANDF medics deployed to Eastern Cape, and latest on schools – Port Elizabeth in the News

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Coronavirus morning update: SANDF medics deployed to Eastern Cape, and latest on schools: SANDF medics join Cuban doctors to battle Covid-19 in Eastern Cape; and back to school for Grades 6 and 11, but only some Grade Rs. Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Military medics deployed to combat dire Covid situation in the Eastern Cape: Dozens of military medics were deployed on Sunday to help combat the coronavirus pandemic in the Eastern Cape, SA’s third most affected province, where there … [Read more...] about Coronavirus morning update: SANDF medics deployed to Eastern Cape, and latest on schools – Port Elizabeth in the News

20 000 SANDF members deployed

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The additional expenditure will be R1.5 billion. President Cyril Ramaphosa has informed Parliament of his decision to extend the employment of 20 000 South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members from 27 June until 30 September. The development was confirmed by Parliament on Thursday. In a statement, Parliament said National Assembly Speaker Thandi Modise and Amos Masondo, the Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), received communication of the decision on 30 … [Read more...] about 20 000 SANDF members deployed

THIS is why the SANDF should NOT ‘help’ the SAPS

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I would like to take you back in time a little bit. Back to the days of apartheid and conscription. In those days a young white man leaving school had a number of 'choices': Go straight to the Army for two years and another 10 years of one month camps Go to university and try pass the minimum to avoid service for as long as possible and become a full time professional student Go to university, get a degree and hope for a cushy, safe army posting Leave the country Go to the … [Read more...] about THIS is why the SANDF should NOT ‘help’ the SAPS

SANDF officials test positive for COVID-19 – Port Elizabeth Business News

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SANDF officials test positive for COVID-19: The new cases mostly come from the East London Correctional Centre and includes 53 inmates and 25 officials. On Monday, the Port-Elizabeth-based St Albans Correctional Centre and the department’s head ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Covid-19: Meet the entrepreneurs who are making masks: Matiso had been running a tailor business for 18 years. She makes about 50 masks a day. She sells them for R15 each, marketing through Facebook … [Read more...] about SANDF officials test positive for COVID-19 – Port Elizabeth Business News

Minister addresses allegations of abuse by SANDF members

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Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, has condemned any form of abuse committed by soldiers during the 21-day nationwide lockdown. The Minister’s remarks follow various allegations of abuse by members of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) deployed in support of government efforts to contain the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. “The Minister wishes to strongly reiterate the message delivered by the Commander-in-Chief of the SANDF [President Cyril … [Read more...] about Minister addresses allegations of abuse by SANDF members

Time to Bring on the Reserves

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SANDF calls reserve force members for COVID-19 deployment The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) is calling on members of the Reserve Force to complement the already deployed SANDF in the fight against the COVID-19 virus. The call is in line with the National Disaster Management Act of 2002 Section 27, sub-section 2, which provides that the SANDF must release its personnel to a national Organ of State for rendering of emergency services. Sub-section 2(f) provides for the SANDF … [Read more...] about Time to Bring on the Reserves

Abuse by SANDF disgusting

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DA calls on Military Ombudsman to investigate Dear MyPE The Democratic Alliance (DA) strongly condemns [the actions depicted in] videos making the rounds on social media of South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members forcing civilians, who allegedly did not abide by the lockdown regulations, to do squats and push-ups. There are also videos emerging of SANDF members physically abusing people who allegedly did not abide by the regulations. This behaviour is disgusting and the DA … [Read more...] about Abuse by SANDF disgusting

PE in the news: Mbalula: SANDF to be deployed before Christmas

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Mbalula: SANDF to be deployed before Christmas: He says that the deployments will be made in specific hotspots in the Western Cape, in Port Elizabeth's northern areas, and in parts of Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal. Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Own a character home in Port Elizabeth from under R1m: While many home buyers aspire to acquiring a brand-new, modern home, others prefer and appreciate the character and charm of a historic home. This four bedroom, three bathroom character home in … [Read more...] about PE in the news: Mbalula: SANDF to be deployed before Christmas

Employment of Members of the SANDF during the Opening of Parliament

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Employment of Members of the SANDF during the Opening of Parliament: President Jacob Zuma has authorised the employment of members of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) for service in cooperation with the South African Police Service (SAPS) to maintain law and order during the Opening of Parliament where the President will deliver the State of the Nation Address 2017. Four Hundred and Forty One (441) members of the SANDF will be employed together with SAPS for the period of 05 … [Read more...] about Employment of Members of the SANDF during the Opening of Parliament

DA seeks urgent meeting with Speaker over Zuma’s militarisation of SONA 2017

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Dear MyPE The DA condemns, in the strongest terms possible, the militarisation of this year’s State of the Nation Address by President Jacob Zuma. (See: Outrage as SANDF to assist with 'law and order' at Opening of Parliament) The President this evening announced that members of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) have been deployed in cooperation with the South African Police Service to maintain “law and order” at the SONA. This announcement is deeply concerning. President … [Read more...] about DA seeks urgent meeting with Speaker over Zuma’s militarisation of SONA 2017

Outrage as SANDF to assist with ‘law and order’ at Opening of Parliament

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President Zuma has authorised the deployment of members of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) to cooperate with the South African Police Service (SAPS) in maintaining law and order during the Opening of Parliament where the President will deliver the 2017 State of the Nation Address (SONA). The SONA address will be the President's 10th address to the country on Thursday evening 9 February and is expected to be heated. 441 SANDF members have been deployed from 5 to 10 February … [Read more...] about Outrage as SANDF to assist with ‘law and order’ at Opening of Parliament

Armed Forces Day Air Force Flypast

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Various aircraft conduct a fly past (over) of the podium on Armed Forces Day - 21 February 2016, Port Elizabeth, Nelson Mandela Bay. Armed Forces Day was the culmination of Armed Forces Week with the official salute of the Commander-in-Chief, President Jacob Zuma, taking place on Sunday Morning. https://youtu.be/th2YGYoca80 Creator: Alan Straton Posted to MyPE by: Alan Straton Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch videos for consideration for publication on … [Read more...] about Armed Forces Day Air Force Flypast

SANDF Marching Bands

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Watch various SANDF Marching Bands from the different corps as they march back (and forth) on Armed Forces Day held on 21 February 2016 in Port Elizabeth. Soldiers from the Army, Navy and Air-Force took part in a march past and salute of their Commander-in-Chief, President Jacob Zuma, on Armed Forces Day. The march took them along Marine Drive to Driftsands Drive with thousands of citizens lining the route and cheering them on. https://youtu.be/z1wIcgsfKt8 Creator: Alan Straton Posted … [Read more...] about SANDF Marching Bands

Images from the Capability Demonstration on Armed Forces Day

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The SANDF celebrated Armed Forces Day with a march past of the Commander-in-Chief, President Jacob Zuma and a capability demonstration off of Kings Beach in port Elizabeth today. All three services took part in a co-ordinated exercise and display of strength. [maxgallery id="62972"] President Jacob Zuma says South African soldiers have continued to perform exceptionally well in peace missions in Africa and have done the country proud. He was speaking at the Arms Forces Day celebrations … [Read more...] about Images from the Capability Demonstration on Armed Forces Day