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SANDF Armed Forces Day 2024: What to Expect
Annual Event Honors Wartime Maritime Disaster
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Armed Forces Day is an annual event that commemorates the sinking of the troopship SS Mendi in 1917, the country's greatest wartime maritime disaster.
2024 Armed Forces Day
Armed Forces Day 2024 will be held on Wednesday, February 21st. The event will take place in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal.
Commander-in-Chief to Attend
The Commander-in-Chief of the SANDF, President Cyril Ramaphosa, is expected to attend Armed Forces Day 2024. He will deliver a speech and take part in other ceremonies.
Badger IFVs on Parade
One of the highlights of Armed Forces Day 2024 will be the parade of Badger infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs). The Badger is a South African-made IFV that has been in service with the SANDF since 2007.
Other Activities
In addition to the parade, Armed Forces Day 2024 will feature a number of other activities, including:
- A flypast by the South African Air Force
- A static display of military equipment
- A concert by the SANDF Band
Observing Armed Forces Day
South Africans can observe Armed Forces Day in a number of ways, including:
- Attending the event in Richards Bay
- Watching the live broadcast on television or online
- Visiting a local military museum or memorial
- Donating to a military charity
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