SANDF unlikely to withdraw from DRC after another R3.2bn deployment extension
Senior government figures back move for soldiers not to return home despite 14 being killed in combat late last month.
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Ramaphosa dismisses calls to withdraw SANDF troops from DRC, says they're on a 'noble mission'
President Ramaphosa said that the multinational mission was part of a bigger plan for peace and stability in Africa.
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Ramaphosa officiates hand over of remains of 14 SANDF soldiers killed in DRC: "You've come to rest"
President Cyril Ramaphosa handed over the remains of 14 SANDF soldiers after their repatriation to SA. The troops died in ...
'Troops died from defending the defenceless': Ramaphosa honours 14 SANDF soldiers killed in DRC
In a sombre address, President Cyril Ramaphosa described the deaths of 14 SANDF troops killed in the DRC as a reminder of the ...
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Rebel M23 forces continue to enlarge territory as SANDF soldier fears for his life
M23 rebels have taken over Bukavu a few weeks after seizing control of Goma. Family members of an SANDF member say he is in ...
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Remains of 14 SANDF soldiers arrive home after long journey from DRC
The remains of the 14 South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers who were killed in fighting in the eastern ...
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Parly committee's closed-door meeting on SANDF deployment to DRC postponed
MPs serving on the joint standing committee on defence were left frustrated by the scant information they were being provided ...
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Bodies of 14 SANDF soldiers finally arrive home from DRC
A memorial service and government's handover ceremony of remains to the families will take place on Thursday night.
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DNA tests may be needed to identify SANDF troops killed in DRC, bodies could be in Uganda until Tuesday
According to the SANDF, the bodies are in Ugandan undergoing pathology procedures while plans are underway for an arrival ...
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SACP calls for end of austerity-driven SANDF cuts following DRC deaths
The South African Communist Party (SACP) has added its voice to calls for an end to funding cuts that have weakened the SA ...
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Congo-Kinshasa: DA Parliamentary Debate to Seek Accountability On SANDF DRC Tragedy
Monday 10 February 2025, the National Assembly will hold the DA-sponsored debate on the South African National Defence Force's (SANDF) presence in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, following ...
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Defence on handover ceremony of mortal remains of SANDF soldiers who lost their lives in DRC, 13 Feb
All media related enquiries can be directed to the SANDF Media Liaison Office on [email protected] or mobile number 060 554 8031. Members of the media must take note that accreditation will ...