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The RFC, is a statutory body under the Defence Act, comprises members of the Reserve Units, individuals and associations. It acts as the representative of the Reserves (ResF), Volunteer or Part-Time forces, component of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), and serves as an advisory body on all matters concerning the Reserves in the SANDF. The RFC assists in promoting and maintaining the Reserves as an integral part of the SANDF.
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News to 15 Jan 2012
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Somali pirates tried to board a Spanish navy ship off the Horn of Africa nation but it repulsed the attack and arrested six pirates, said the European Union Naval Force for Somalia. Somali pirates are an increasing hazard to shipping in the region, posing a challenge to international navies patrolling the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean.
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SA Army International Combat Shoot 5 March 2011
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Gold Cup, White Horse, Andersen trophy Shoot
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News upto 13 Feb 2011
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By Lynley Main 2010/11/15 Pretoria - Former soldiers and Johannesburg Mayor Amos Masondo will lead a memorial service and wreath-laying at the Cenotaph today as South Africa joins the rest of the world in marking Remembrance Sunday.
This year is the 90th Remembrance Sunday, which is observed internationally in memory of those who have lost their lives in war, reports Joburg.org.
The ceremony in Johannesburg, held annually at the Cenotaph, is the main South African commemoration. The Cenotaph is in Harrison Street, in the inner city.
Eric Itzkin, organiser of the event said Remembrance Sunday honours all South Africans who made the supreme sacrifice for their country in wars and conflict, including the struggle for democracy.
“In supporting the overall themes of unification and nation-building, it is important to acknowledge sacrifices made by heroes and combatants of all races and communities.”
As this year marks the 150th anniversary of the arrival of Indians in South Africa, the focus of Remembrance Sunday will be the Indian contribution in wars and conflict.
Masondo, the Patron-in-Chief of the event, is expected to preside over Sunday’s ceremony, at 2pm.
It will start with a march by military bands and veterans supported by the South African National Defence Force. This will be followed by an inter-faith service led by Pastor Gerrie Lubbe, the Chief Executive of the Desmond Tutu Diversity Trust.
Then there will be a sombre wreath-laying ceremony, with wreaths laid by senior defence force officials, veterans’ organisations, civic dignitaries, diplomatic representatives, youth groups and the 1860 Foundation.
To accommodate those who cannot be at the ceremony because of age or infirmity, it will be broadcast live on SAFM so that they can still participate.
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