The PLAN Northern Command base was 35 km north of the town of Techamutete, Angola at a place called Indungo.

[1]: 252  This battle group would be a mechanised force and consisted of Ratels, Casspirs and Buffels.

The PLAN base, set in a densely wooded area, was attacked from the west by special forces ("recce's") and paratroopers ("Parabats") of the SADF, while 101 Battalion covered the base from north, east and south, the direction PLAN forces were expected to flee.

[1]: 252 [2]: 37  The base was not successfully taken by the SADF forces, who withdrew when PLAN reinforcements were understood to be on their way.

[2] Honoris Crux medals were awarded to five 101 Battalion members for gallantry in action.