South Africa

:This article is about the country called South Africa. For the region, see southern Africa.

Military

:Main article: South African National Defence Force

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South Africa's armed forces are known as the South African National Defence Force (SANDF). The SANDF was created in 1994 following South Africa's first post-apartheid national elections and the adoption of a new constitution. It was formed from the old Defense forces known as South African Defence Force (SADF), the Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK), APLA and the TBVC state's defense forces. Today the SANDF comprises four branches: The Army, Navy, Air Force and Military Health services.

Related Topics:
Armed force - 1994 - Umkhonto we Sizwe - APLA

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