It lost its status as a Mechanised infantry regiment in 2010 in line with the rationalisation of resources.

[4] In 1961 with the formation of the Republic, the title "Royal" was considered incompatible and the Regiment reverted to being the Durban Light Infantry.

It consists of the recognised Infantry Silver Bugle with tassels and a shield with two wildebeest and a crown.

The wildebeest are symbolic of the Province, while the crown retained as a traditional device is reminiscent of the title "Royal" bestowed upon the Regiment by King George V in 1935.

[6] The Regiment is being deployed in Africa, Burundi, DRC; in support of the United Nations and African Union mandate All members of the Regiment are volunteers, with employment in the civilian roles, they fulfil their responsibilities and duties on top of their duties and responsibilities to their Families and Employers.

Training is mandatory with the current requirements of Equality and Equity in line with the SANDF Policy.

An illustrated history of the 150 years of the Regiment has been prepared by Prof. Brian Kearney, Mr Dave Matthews and Lieut Col "Bill" Olivier SM MMM JCD (Retd.).