Question NW3473 to the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans
26 November 2018 - NW3473
Mhlongo, Mr P to ask the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans
What is the total number of troops who are currently serving in each military branch of the SA National Defence Force?
Reply:
The SA National Defence Force has a total strength of 63 761 uniformed personnel (soldiers). Of the 63 761 soldiers in the SANDF, 16 705 are troops (riflemen, privates, airmen and sailors), while 47 056 personnel are rank carrying members.
Arm of Service |
Other than Private |
Privates/Troops |
Grand Total |
SA Army |
26 338 |
14 987 |
41 325 |
SA Air Force |
8 619 |
429 |
90 48 |
SA Navy |
6 396 |
376 |
6 772 |
SA Medical Health Service |
5 703 |
913 |
6 616 |
Grand Total |
47 056 |
16 705 |
63 761 |