Duma Mdutyana
South African Army officer
About Duma Mdutyana
Lived 1960 – 2016 (aged 55). Duma Mdutyana was a South African.
Lieutenant General Duma Mdutyana (18 December 1960 in Mount Frere – 6 July 2016) He died after falling ill on a trip overseas.
Education He matriculated from St. Johns College in Umtata and later obtained a master's degree in Defence Studies from Madras University, India.
Military career
He served in the uMkhonto we Sizwe in Angola and after integrating into the SANDF, he served at EP Command, OC Group 6 and at Infantry Directorate before being appointed GOC 43 South African Brigade. He served as GOC Joint Operations HQ, Advisor to FARDC, Chief of Defence Staff and Chief Director Operations from 2011.
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Who was Duma Mdutyana?
South African Army officer
When was Duma Mdutyana born?
Duma Mdutyana was born on 18 December 1960 in Mount Frere.
When did Duma Mdutyana die?
Duma Mdutyana died on 6 July 2016.
What nationality was Duma Mdutyana?
Duma Mdutyana was South African.
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