The South African Air Force (SAAF) has honoured 52 members for their long-standing service during a medal parade at Air Force Base Bloemspruit in Bloemfontein.
The recipients were recognised for serving in the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) for 10 years and longer.
VISUALS | At the Air Force Base Bloemspruit, the South African Air Force is hosting a combined medal parade honouring members from Bloemspruit, Durban and Gqeberha for their dedication, loyalty and outstanding service. Approximately 40 men and women are being recognised for their high standards of performance and commitment to the Air Force.
Credit: Lebohang Motshweneng
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Officer Commanding at Air Force Base Bloemspruit, Colonel Advocate-Ramatua Segone, says the parade recognises members who have dedicated themselves to serving and defending the country.
“The significance of today is about honour and respect. The members being recognised today are those who have served for 10 years and more. They are receiving the 10-year service recognition as a way of saying thank you. We are citizens who volunteer to serve in the South African National Defence Force. We are here to serve, and no one is obliged to serve. Today is about reminding those members that we appreciate their service in this organisation.”
-Reporting by Lebohang Motshweneng