SANDF to deploy soldiers in KZN AND GAUTENG

The South African National Defence Force has commenced with pre-deployment processes and procedures in line with a request for assistance received from National Joint Operational Intelligence Structure to assist law enforcement agencies deployed in Gauteng and Kwazulu Natal Provinces respectively to quell the unrest that has gripped both Provinces in the last few days. The deployment will commence as soon as all deployment processes are in place.
The duration and number of deploying soldiers will e determined based on the assessment of the situation on the ground by the relevant law enforcement agencies.
SANDF said the deployment of soldiers is to primarily provide safety and a safe working environment for the members of the SAPS and other law enforcement agencies.