SANDF Introduces New Symbols.
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has introduced new symbols as part ongoing transformation within the force.
The new symbols include a new flag, logo and a series of medals.
The symbols will be officially raised at a parade at the South African Air Force Gymnasium on Tuesday and will be hoisted by SANDF general Siphiwe Nyanda.
The SANDF will today lower all the old flags with old symbols of the defence force and that of all the Arms of Services (SA Air Force, SA Army, SA Military Health Services and that of the SA Navy).
Major Niko Allie of the defence force said the SA National Flag would be the only flag flying at military installations over the weekend.
The new SANDF emblem incorporates a nine-pointed Star representing the warm sun of Africa and the nine provinces.
Last year, the SANDF unveiled new rank insignia for all its army personnel, irrespective of their rank.
The new rank insignia sports the national Coat of Arms.
The defence force said introduction of the new rank insignia was a symbol of its transformation within the defence force and that also signaled their commitment to the promotion of peace and stability in the country.
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25 Avril 2003 à 15:21 dans
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