Sandf Takes Firm Stance Against Wrongdoers
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) says it will continue to root out wrongdoers within its ranks irrespective of levels where such deviants may be operating.
The warning follows last week's arrest of five SANDF members in Madimbo, Limpopo, for various offences ranging from bribery to corruption which military authorities have said indicated that the force was intolerant to ill discipline and misconduct.
It also alleged that the five officers robbed people and stole luggage from unsuspecting people entering or leaving through the border.
"I wish to place firmly on record that the SANDF has not and will not tolerate, condone, justify or conceal illegal or irregular actions of its members," said defence spokesperson Dan Mofekeng.
"Our members are not above the law and therefore when they are proven guilty of transgressing the laws of our country, or the military conduct and disciplinary codes, they will be dealt with severely," General Mofekeng said.
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23 Août 2004 à 17:40 dans
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