KOMATIPOORT - One SANDF soldier has drowned after floodwaters swept him away near the Macadamia Military base, in Komatipoort in Mpumalanga Province.
A military vehicle attempted to cross a river that was heavily flooded.
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During the operation, two SANDF members were swept away by strong currents.
One body has been recovered while a second soldier is still missing.
Authorities have sent their condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.