The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) ends the call-up of a reservist after a video goes viral showing him appearing intoxicated while wearing military uniform at a unit in Pretoria. SANDF says the individual’s call-up is terminated in response to the footage.
The outlets report the incident as a matter of discipline and compliance with military standards. While the coverage centers on the same triggering event—the emergence of a drunk-in-uniform video—SANDF communications emphasize integrity and appropriate conduct expected from service members. The reporting describes the response as an immediate administrative action linked to the reservist’s appearance in uniform and the circumstances shown in the video. Details on any further investigations or specific charges are not included in the provided summaries.
Overall, the common thread across sources is that SANDF takes action once the video circulates, framing the decision as consistent with maintaining order and expected behaviour within the force.
