SANDF terminates reservist’s call-up after drunk-in-uniform video emerges
The SANDF has terminated the call-up of a reservist after he was filmed appearing intoxicated while wearing military uniform at one of its units in Pretoria.
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has terminated the active reserve call-up of a reservist who was captured on video appearing intoxicated while in military uniform at a unit in Pretoria on August 6. The video shows the soldier struggling to walk and using a wall for support, with people questioning why he was drinking alcohol in uniform.
The reservist can be seen attempting to prevent someone from recording him before walking away. Following the video's circulation, SANDF spokesperson Siphiwe Dlamini confirmed the individual was a SANDF member and expressed concern over their behavior. The military condemned the incident, stating that it was unacceptable and inconsistent with the values and discipline expected of its members.
An investigation revealed that the person involved was a SANDF reservist on active Reserve Call-Up at a Pretoria unit. SANDF leadership emphasized that any conduct damaging the institution's reputation would not be tolerated and would face decisive action. The reservist's call-up has been terminated as a result of this incident.
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