Wynberg Commando


Wynberg Commando was a light infantry regiment of the South African Army. It formed part of the South African Army Infantry Formation as well as the South African Territorial Reserve.

History

Origin

This unit was established around 1962.

Operations

With the SADF

During this era, the unit was mainly involved in area force protection, cordones and search operations assisting the local police.
In 1989, this commando was reclassified as an infantry battalion due to its size and scope.

With the SANDF

Disbandment
This unit, along with all other Commando units was disbanded after a decision by South African President Thabo Mbeki to disband all Commando Units. The Commando system was phased out between 2003 and 2008 "because of the role it played in the apartheid era", according to the Minister of Safety and Security Charles Nqakula.

Unit Insignia

Leadership