DUE to the widespread looting and violent protest action in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng, the South African National Defence Force has begun with pre-deployment processes and procedures to assist local law enforcement.
According to a media statement from the department, this move is to help 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.
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“The duration and number of deploying soldiers will be determined based on the assessment on the ground by the relevant law enforcement agencies,” it stated.
“The SANDF’s deployment objective is to provide safety and a safe working environment for members of the SAPS and other law enforcement agencies whilst they carry out their constitutionally mandated law and other duties.”
The department noted that updates on its deployment would be issued soon.
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