Question NW3473 to the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans

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26 November 2018 - NW3473

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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

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