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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

security

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South Africa

DA Raises Alarm Over Poor Perimeter Security at SA Prisons

The DA says it is concerning that nearly half of South Africa’s correctional facilities lack adequate perimeter fencing. A parliamentary question reply from minister for Correctional Services, Pieter Groenewald, revealed that an estimated one-billion-rand is required to address the fencing deficiencies at 120 prisons nationwide. The DA’s, Kabelo Kgobisa-Ngcaba, says the lack of specific completion dates for any of these projects, attributed to funding uncertainties, raises serious concerns:  

todayFebruary 17, 2025 15

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:  

todayFebruary 12, 2025 20

Africa

Mnangagwa Calls for Unity in Resolving DRC Conflict

SADC chairperson and Zimbabwean President, Emmerson Mnangagwa, has highlighted the regional impact of the Democratic Republic of Congo conflict, urging a lasting solution. Speaking at a joint SADC and East African Community meeting in Tanzania, attended by President Cyril Ramaphosa, Mnangagwa stressed the need for unity and prioritizing Congolese interests to address challenges to peace and stability.  

todayFebruary 10, 2025 10

Business / Economics

Presidential advisor calls for better industry security in the wake of Namdia robbery

  Namib Desert Diamonds head office, Windhoek   Presidential Economic Advisor James Mnyupe says that he does not believe the robbery at Namib Desert Diamonds will have a significant impact on the economy. He said the incident shows the value of Namibia's commodities, such as diamonds, which are highly sought after globally. Mnyupe called for improvements in security concerns within the industry.  

todayJanuary 21, 2025 47

Africa

African Union Commission Chair Candidates Debate Key Issues

  Raila Odinga (Kenya), Mahmoud Ali Youssouf (Djibouti), and Richard Randriamandrato (Madagascar) outlined their visions in a historic debate for the African Union Commission chair election. Broadcast from AU headquarters in Addis Ababa, the debate on December 13 addressed security, economic integration, and AU reforms. According to DW TV, this marks a significant step toward transparency in the election process.

todayDecember 19, 2024 12

Africa

South Africa and Mozambique Ministers to Tour Lebombo Port for Bilateral Talks

  Ministers from South Africa and Mozambique will today tour the Lebombo port of entry in Mpumalanga as part of their bilateral talks. The port is severely disrupted by Mozambique’s post-election violence, which led to its temporary closure last week, leaving freight trucks stranded in long queues for several days. International Relations and Cooperation ministry spokesperson Chrispin Phiri says the tour aims to boost cooperation on security, trade, and border […]

todayDecember 18, 2024 15

South Africa

In S.A, the DA calls for urgent intervention in prisons as they face a contraband crisis

In S.A, the DA has highlighted the urgent need for intervention in prisons as they face a contraband crisis. The party's Kabelo Kgobisa-Ngcabawith says nearly one-thousand-kilograms of drugs, 41-thousand cell phones, and thousands of weapons have been seized in 12 months. She has urged Correctional Services minister Pieter Groenewald to escalate the issue to cabinet to resolve porous facilities:  

todayDecember 11, 2024 17

Africa

SADC Extends Troop Deployment in DRC by One Year

  Southern Africa’s regional bloc, SADC, has extended its troop deployment in the Democratic Republic of Congo by another year, continuing efforts to support the government in its fight against rebel groups, according to Reuters. The mission, which began in December 2023, aims to address the ongoing security and humanitarian challenges in the country, a key producer of metals like cobalt and copper.

todayNovember 21, 2024 26