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Amid escalating conflict in the DRC, the Defence Minister's visit to South Africa aims to bolster strategic defence capabilities and strengthen bilateral relations, as tensions rise following recent military losses.
In a significant boost to South Africa's peacekeeping efforts, Finance Minister Godongwana's 2025 Budget allocates R5 billion to the SANDF for DRC operations, addressing recent military challenges and equipment concerns while reinforcing the country's commitment to regional stability.
Angie Motshekga reveals the dire state of South Africa's defence department, citing management issues and financial struggles at Denel.
Denel board chairperson Gloria Serobe said the entity had promised to look at non-core assets that could be disposed of as a condition of the bailout but the sale of the non-core assets was not supported by the Department of Defence.
The minister added that defunding of the department has had a negative impact and has put it in a tough situation in many ways.
As a result of the problems at Denel, army personnel are having to wait long periods to receive new vehicles or have their existing vehicles repaired.
Defence Minister Angie Motshekga discusses the challenges facing Denel, South Africa's state arms manufacturer, and its implications for military operations
Defence Minister Angie Motshekga proposes early retirement for government officials as a strategy to alleviate financial strain on her department.
Minister Angie Motshekga revealed that the defence force shipyard still has ships that are 90 years old and cannot be repaired as there are no spares.
Defence Minister Angie Motshekga reveals the enlistment of Chinese companies to repair South Africa's ageing maritime fleet, highlighting the impact of budget cuts on the military's operational readiness
Slain SANDF soldier, Derrick Maluleke was praised by the SANDF leadership for his heroic role in peacekeeping efforts in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
In a heartfelt tribute, SANDF Chief Rudzani Maphwanya called for a focus on mourning, rather than a political blame game after 14 soldiers were killed in conflict in the DRC.
The remains of the 14 South African soldiers killed in the DRC by the M23 rebel group, will be handed over to the families following delays in the repatriation process.
The bodies of 14 South African soldiers killed in the Democratic Republic of Congo have been repatriated. The SANDF will officially hand over their remains to their families in a ceremony at Air Force Base Swartkop, where they will be buried with full military honours.
The SANDF has confirmed that the remains of the slain soldiers killed in the DRC will be repatriated to South Africa on Thursday.
Calls for alternative funding models and an adequate budget for the South African National Defence Force arise amid severe budget cuts and operational challenges.
Discover how Minister Angie Motshekga sheds light on the SANDF’s mission in the DRC, revealing the historical significance and ongoing peace efforts in a region fraught with conflict.
In a heated Parliamentary debate, Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie slammed the Economic Freedom Fighters for inaction while SANDF troops were being killed in the DRC, urging stronger action.
Defence Minister Angie Motshekga reveals the intense battles faced by South African troops in the DRC, detailing casualties and the ongoing conflict with M23 rebels.
Calls for alternative funding models and an adequate budget for the South African National Defence Force arise amid severe budget cuts and operational challenges.
The urgent debate in the National Assembly highlighted the political and financial interests behind the South African troop deployment in the DRC.
The DA said the president and Defence Minister Angie Motshekga must be held accountable for failing to prioritise the safety and effectiveness of South African troops.
The National Assembly will on Monday hold an urgent debate about the 14 South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers who were killed in Goma in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Doctors Without Borders continues to function but is struggling to get access to their supplies.
Defence Minister Angie Motshekga discusses the ongoing situation in the DRC and the urgent repatriation of fallen South African soldiers during a parliamentary briefing.