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Defence Act, 2002 (Act No. 42 of 2002)

Chapter 12 : Ceremonial Decorations, Medals, Awards, Flags and Accoutrements

77. Order of precedence

 

1) South African decorations and medals precede other decorations and medals presented to a member of the Defence Force.

 

2) The President must issue an official order of precedence for the wearing of decorations and medals.

 

3) Medals presented by any institution other than a state or a head of state may not be worn by members of the Defence Force together with their other medals.