“The Country Is Proud of You”: Swahili-Speaking SANDF Soldier Earns High Praise From South Africans
- A SANDF soldier, celebrating 12 years in service, gave a glimpse of his time in the Democratic Republic of Congo
- In the video, the brave soldier also showed off his Swahili speaking skills while chatting with local kids
- Mzansi people are filled with pride and praised his adaptability in the challenging environment
Source: TikTok
A dedicated man recently marked 12 years of service in the South African army. He shared a video that gives a raw glance at what it's like to be a soldier.
Soldier posts a TikTok video
His journey displayed on his TikTok page @lindapunka is impressive. The clip captured him leaving the airport, gunfire in the distance, him camping in brutal weather and bonding with his colleagues.
Source: TikTok
Man shares encounter with Congolese kids
But the real flex came when he effortlessly spoke Swahili. He charmed a group of Congolese kids who seemed fascinated by the soldiers' presence.
Watch the TikTok video below:
South African TikTokkers thanked him for representing the country and gushed about his linguistic skills.
See some comments below:
@pascal.kanonge said:
"❤️ Very impressed you speaking my mother tongue."
@user183698312855 commented:
"We don't appreciate you enough guys but SANDF you're making us proud as South Africans. 😊"
@jovialMoetlo wrote:
"We love you, brothers. We are behind you. We have always supported you."
@Mashuduishe stated:
"A true soldier learns different languages to always stay a few steps ahead of the enemy."
@NickyG mentioned:
"That's South Africans. 🇿🇦 We learn all languages. We are the rainbow nation for a reason. God bless South Africa and Africa."
@TumyzerGP shared:
"I'm inspired. I'm going to learn Swahili from now. 🇿🇦"
@TebogoMastajayMhlongo posted:
"Congratulations and thank you for your beautiful service you even learn Swahili while you’re at it!🫡"
@Bigboytick added:
"Stay safe brother. The country is proud of you. 🇿🇦🇨🇩"
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