(a) The President of the Republic submitted the following letter dated 22 August 2011 to the Chairperson: National Council of Provinces, informing Members of the Council of the employment of the South African National Defence Force for service in co- operation with the South African Police Services for protection and safety of the President of the Republic of South Africa during the visit to Sudan employment of the South African National Defence Force for service in co-operation with the South African Police ServiceS FOR