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Today the South African Navy is one of the most capable naval forces in the African region, operating a mixed force of sophisticated warships, submarines, patrol craft, and auxiliary …

Feb 17, 2025 · In this blog, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the 2026 South African Navy intake, including eligibility requirements, application process, selection criteria, benefits, …

The South African Navy (SAN) stands as one of the most capable naval forces on the African continent, tasked with a broad range of responsibilities including conventional deterrence, …

4 days ago · South Africa defends BRICS naval drills as ‘essential’ amid tensions South African official says drills with Russia, Iran, China and others key to protecting ‘maritime economic …

6 days ago · South Africa’s participation in a major international naval exercise with China, Russia and Iran this week is exposing the severe limitations of the country’s navy, according to …

Jan 1, 2026 · The South African Navy is one of the most proficient naval forces in the African region with sophisticated operating forces of warships, submarines, patrol crafts, and auxiliary …

Jul 29, 2025 · The MSD System takes around 2 000 volunteers into either the SA Air Force, SA Army, SA Military Health Service or SA Navy for two years. Basic military training is first up …

The majority of the South African Navy's fleet is based at Naval Base Simon's Town near Cape Town in the Western Cape, the navy's main headquarters and dockyard. Naval Base Durban …

May 23, 2025 · What is the South African Navy? The South African Navy is the naval warfare branch of the South African National Defence Force.