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The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) comprises the armed forces of South Africa. The Chief of the SANDF is appointed by the President of South Africa from one of the armed services. They are in turn accountable to the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans of the Defence Department.

2 days ago · 2026 Intake: Application for Military Skills Development System (MSDS) The South African Defence Force, through its Military Skills Development System (MSDS), is offering young South African citizens an opportunity to serve in uniform on a two-year contract.

1 day ago · The SANDF urges members of the public to report such actions or persons who demand money with the promise of employment into the SANDF to their nearest police station or SANDF unit and base. For more information, visit the respective websites for the four armed services: the army, air force, navy and military health service. ...

Feb 12, 2024 · The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has opened its Military Skills Development System (MSDS) applications for 2025, allowing young and deserving South Africans the chance to join the military.

22 hours ago · The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has opened its Military Skills Development System (MSDS) applications for 2026, allowing young and deserving South Africans the chance to join the military on a two-year contract. The closing date for applications is 28 March 2025, with successful candidates to report for duty at the beginning of 2026. […]

Feb 13, 2024 · SANDF has opened MSDS applications for 2026 intake. See PDF forms for SA Army, Navy, Air Force and Military Health Service. See how to apply & closing date.

5 days ago · “The SANDF is a defence force capable of defending the people of South Africa but also capable of intervening in the interest of peace and security for those who need it in our region.”

5 days ago · The remains of the 14 South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers who died in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have finally returned home and will be handed over to their families this evening. The SANDF has rescheduled the handing-over ceremony and memorial service from Thursday morning to the evening.

Jan 19, 2023 · The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) is seeking eligible members of the public to apply to their Military Skills Development System (MSDS). There is only a short application period so if you are interested you must act soon.