How the SANDF’s crime-fighting role could threaten state legitimacy
Daily Maverick | 17.03.2026 15:14
Last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa lauded the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) for its role in supporting police anti-crime efforts, claiming the military is well-equipped and performing “a fantastic job”. However, this approach carries significant risks, and by blurring the lines between domestic law enforcement and military intervention, the state risks sabotaging its own authority.
