TransEnduro
In November 2025, The South African Military Academy will conduct Exercise Trans Enduro an event that has stood as a proud tradition of the South African Military Academy for over four decades. This remarkable initiative began in 1982 as a daring adventure race, where a small group of academy students journeyed along the coast from Gqeberha to Saldanha Bay using 2 inflatable boats. What started as a test of endurance and teamwork has evolved into a cornerstone of our Academy's values, blending rigorous physical training with community service and leadership development. Exercise Trans Enduro is far more than a challenge of physical endurance; it is a testament to the resilience, discipline, and commitment of our students. It embodies our mission to develop well-rounded leaders who excel not only in academics and military training but also in their ability to engage and uplift the communities they serve. As part of this tradition, students take full ownership of the event—planning, funding, and executing every aspect of the exercise. Along the journey, they visit towns and communities, along the route from Qhebega to Saldanha engaging in outreach activities that are part of our Masiza community outreach programme. These efforts, driven by the motto “Touching Lives," make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need, whether through maintaining schools, supporting senior citizens, or simply spreading hope.?
