Recent updates…

The Exile Repatriation Project honours fallen freedom fighters who died in exile. Government to locate & return them with dignity. Public urged to assist with info. Read more

Department mourns the passing of General Ramano

Born on 7 July 1939 in Sophiatown, Johannesburg, General Ramano passed away today at the age of 85 at 1 Military Hospital in Pretoria, leaving behind a legacy of service, discipline, and dedication to the struggle for a democratic South Africa. Read more

Verification Drive restarts in North West Province

Verification drive The Department is working in close collaboration with the North West Provincial Government to cover the following areas: Vryburg, Mahikeng, Klerksdorp, Potchefstroom, Rustenburg, and Brits.

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Building safety concerns

Department responds to building safety concerns

“We remain committed to transparent communication with all stakeholders, staff and organised labour, and will continue to update staff as progress is made.”
— Acting Director General, Ms Mafu.

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Documents, Forms and Applications

Military Veterans' Database

Requirements for application to be registered on the Military Veterans Database as well as for updating of details of those already registered

Military Veterans Database Application information

Contact our call centre on the following numbers:

063 222 2227
063 546 3412
063 336 2631

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