Ramaphosa hails SANDF as country marks Armed Forces Day
President Cyril Ramaphosa has hailed the work of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF).
As commander-in-chief, the president gave an address on Armed Forces Day, which took place in Richards Bay on Tuesday.
He thanked the army for its contribution to the development of the country.
"They are to be found on rescue missions in times of disaster, building bridges where a desperate need exists and rehabilitating rivers from the effects of pollution."
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"They have time and time again shown that they are a force for good and an integral part of all progressive humanity.
"I wish to pay tribute to all members of our armed forces who, at great risk to their own lives, work tirelessly to help maintain law and order in times of crisis."
The annual event is to honour women and men who have lost their lives in the course of duty.
"As we gather to honour the serving members of our armed forces, those who have served in the past and those who have fallen over the years, we are reminded that we stand on the shoulders of patriots such as Reverend Isaac Wauchope Dyobha who, when confronted with death aboard the SS Mendi, led his countrymen in song," Ramaphosa said.
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