Since the establishment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) in 1994, the country’s defence procurement system has faced persistent challenges, including maladministration, tender irregularities, fraud, and corruption. The recent introduction of the Public Procurement Act 28 of 2024 serves as a catalyst, prompting the Department of Defence (DoD) to review and reform its procurement policies and oversight mechanisms. It is within this context that this study was undertaken. The contribution critically examines the internal mechanisms available to the DoD for addressing procurement-related misconduct–namely, disciplinary hearings, military and civil court processes, boards of inquiry, and the Office of the Military Ombud. By assessing the structure, effectiveness, and limitations of these mechanisms, this article explores the role of these structures in promoting discipline, accountability, and justice within the defence environment. It concludes by proposing targeted reforms to strengthen internal governance, enhance oversight and disciplinary outcomes, and restore trust in South Africa’s defence procurement system.