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flag South Africa honored Armed Forces Day on Feb. 21, 2026, marking the 1917 SS Mendi sinking, while military discontent over housing and deployments persists.

flag South Africa marked Armed Forces Day on February 21, 2026, commemorating the 1917 sinking of the SS Mendi, which killed 616 Black South African soldiers. flag President Cyril Ramaphosa attended the event in Thohoyandou, Limpopo, laying a wreath and highlighting military capabilities through demonstrations. flag Despite official claims of high morale and public confidence, parliamentary oversight reports reveal deteriorating housing conditions, unfulfilled relocation promises, and soldier dissatisfaction. flag Critics warn that ignoring these issues threatens national security, while concerns also arise over deploying troops to combat domestic crime, potentially undermining military dignity and public trust.

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