UDM leader Bantu Holomisa delivering the party's manifesto in Midrand on Saturday. (UDM/X)
The United Democratic Movement (UDM) will reintroduce voluntary national service in the army and other state institutions should the party win the upcoming elections.
It is part of what the UDM, in its plan of action, deems "pro-active" and "deliberate" steps to ensuring that young people are employed and not idling.
On Saturday, party president Bantu Holomisa launched the UDM's manifesto, themed "Corruption destroys our freedom", at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand.
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