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Ovakwaita va 2 va SA ovo vali metumo ko DRC vaningilako omateelelo

Ehangano li lilepo etanga leameno lopashiwana la South Africa SANDU, olati omuvalu woilyo yetanga leameno oyo yaalukila moshilongo fiyo opapa okudja koshitopolwa shili moupyakadi wo makuyunguto oita moushilo wa DRC ovefike po 200. Ehangano olati mokati kovakwaita aavo va alukila moshilongo omwa kwatelwa ovakwaita va 2 ovakainhu ovo velihumbata. Eshi osha landula eshi nelomba lomushindi lanambela oshikando oshitivali pokapale komatukodila ka South Africa onghela komatango omo yoo mwakwatelwa ovakwaita ovo […]

26 February, 2025 24

South Africa

Ramaphosa Honors Fallen S.A Soldiers as Peacekeepers

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the 14 South African National Defence Force soldiers, who lost their lives in combat in the Democratic Republic of Congo, died in pursuit of peace and in the cause of silencing the guns in Africa. He officiated the handover of the mortal remains of the soldiers to their families at the Air Force Military Base in Pretoria on Thursday evening. Ramaphosa says South Africa remains firmly […]

14 February, 2025 58

South Africa

S.A’s Ramaphosa Leads Repatriation of Fallen SANDF Soldiers

Last night, S.A President Cyril Ramaphosa officiated the transfer ceremony for the remains of 14 South African National Defence Force soldiers who lost their lives in the Democratic Republic of Congo while on a peacekeeping mission. The ceremony took place at Air Force Base Swartkops in Pretoria, where Ramaphosa, alongside Defence minister Angie Motshekga and SANDF Chief Rudzani Maphwanya, honoured the fallen troops.

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South Africa

United Africans Transformation says SA Soldiers Shouldn’t Be Used in Unnecessary Conflicts

United Africans Transformation says soldiers of the South African National Defence Force should not be used as pawns in conflicts that do not directly serve South Africa’s interests. Fourteen soldiers died in conflicts with M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The party's spokesperson, Mighty Mabula, says if government wants to deploy troops, it must be done with proper planning:

12 February, 2025 40

South Africa

In S.A, The ANC has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting peacekeeping missions across Africa

In S.A, the ANC has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting peacekeeping missions across Africa. The National Assembly is holding an urgent debate on the deaths of 14 South African National Defence Force members in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In his address, the ANC’s Malusi Gigaba acknowledged the sacrifices made by African countries in supporting South Africa’s freedom, and reiterated their dedication to collective action in resolving conflicts across the […]

11 February, 2025 39

South Africa

SANDF Pushes for Repatriation of Soldiers Killed in DRC

The South African National Defence Force is urgently working to repatriate the bodies of 14 soldiers who died in clashes with M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Minister Angie Motshekga, Deputy Minister Bantu Holomisa, and SANDF Chief Rudzani Maphwanya briefed Parliament on the escalating security situation in eastern DRC. Addressing lawmakers, SANDF’s Godfrey Thulare stated that the government is coordinating with the United Nations to ensure the […]

5 February, 2025 45

Africa

SANDF Chief Reaffirms Peacekeeping Role in DRC Amid Kagame’s Claims

South African Defence Force chief, Rudzani Maphwanya, has reaffirmed that SANDF troops in the Democratic Republic of Congo are on a peacekeeping mission, countering Rwandan president Paul Kagame’s claims. He stated their mandate is to neutralise armed groups and restore stability. Maphwanya confirmed that plans are underway to repatriate the bodies of the 13 fallen soldiers to their families:

31 January, 2025 30

Africa

South African Unions Call for Review of Military Missions in DRC

The Federation of Unions of South Africa is calling for a thorough assessment of all missions where South African National Defence Force soldiers are deployed. This is to ensure adequate resources and their safety. Thirteen SANDF soldiers have been killed in clashes with the Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Fedusa says it hopes this loss of life would serve as a wake-up call for the […]

30 January, 2025 40

Africa

COPE talks on the tragic loss of SANDF soldiers in the Democratic Republic of Congo

The Congress of the People says the tragic loss of South African National Defence Force soldiers in the Democratic Republic of Congo, demands a clear and comprehensive strategy from president Cyril Ramaphosa to protect the lives of military personnel. This comes as 13 SANDF soldiers have been killed in clashes with Rwandan-backed M23 rebels. COPE’s, Teboho Loate, says although Ramaphosa has called for a ceasefire in response to the escalating […]

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