[1] The prefix "12" is taken from 12 May 1929, Namibia's first president's birthday day.

The brigade is responsible for the defence of the southern areas of Namibia.

Its subordinate units are situated in the Omaheke, Hardap, Karas and Erongo regions.

The Brigade uses the following equipment: The standard Namibian Infantry Brigade consists of a bde Headquarters, a transport coy, logistics coy and a medical coy supporting three Infantry battalions an artillery regiment and an air defence regiment.

-Based in Oamites -Based in Walvis Bay -Based in Gobabis