Witwatersrand Gold Rush. The Witwatersrand Gold Rush was a gold rush in 1886 that led to the establishment of Johannesburg, South Africa. It was key part of the Mineral Revolution.
COL Rank Description: The Colonel usually commands a brigade (consisting of 3,000 to 5,000 soldiers) and is assisted by a Command Sergeant Major. Alternatively, can serve as a chief of divisional level staff agencies. Promotion Requirements: Must have 3 years TIG as a Lieutenant Colonel. TIS is typically 22 years but based on needs of the Army can fluctuate +/- 1 year. Getting promoted to Colonel becomes more competitive as only 50 percent of those qualified based on TIS/TIG will be selected for promotion. Paygrade O-7 Brigadier General (BG) BG Rank Description: The Brigadier General serves as the deputy commander for the commanding general of an Army division. Assists with the staff's coordination and planning of a mission. Promotion Requirements: The rank of Brigadier General is limited to a total of 150 for the entire Army. More on General Officer promotions. Paygrade O-8 Major General (MG) MG Rank Description: The Major General commands a division (consisting of 10,000 to 15,000 soldiers).
Mininum salaries for brigadier's has gone up from a minimum of Sh121,109 to Sh171,509; a Colonel from Sh94,121 to Sh 153,317; a Lt Colonel from Sh78,508 to Sh130,735, a major from Sh70,790 to Sh102,106 and a Captain from a minimum of Sh44,136 to Sh73,182. Salaries for those in the lower ranks have also been increased. Corporal's pay has been increased from Sh 20,051 per month to Sh 32,250 per month. A new recruit will be entitled to earn Sh7,172, up from Sh6,027 while the most junior officer-a cadet-will start off on a basic pay of Sh11, 852 ip from Sh9,960.