September 17
South Africa: Concern Raised Over 'Risk of the Threat of Use of Nuclear Weapons'
Minister of Energy and Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has raised concern about the "rising threat" to global peace and the risk of the threat of nuclear weapons use amidst… Read more »
July 09
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Sends Condolences to Deceased SANDF Members
President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his condolences to the families of four South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members who passed away while on duty overnight on Friday. Read more »
June 27
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Mourns the Death of Two SANDF Members
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed deep sadness at the deaths of two South African National Defence Force soldiers, following a mortar attack at their base in Sake in the… Read more »
June 26
Congo-Kinshasa: South African Soldiers Killed in DR Congo Attack, 20 Injured
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) announced on Wednesday that two soldiers were killed yesterday when M23 rebels attacked the town of Sake in the Democratic Republic… Read more »
June 09
South Africa: Call to Minimise Marine Pollution
Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment Minister, Barbara Creecy has urged citizens to play their part in minimising marine pollution by adopting sustainable practices, including… Read more »
June 07
South Africa: SANDF Names Soldier Killed in the DRC
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) on Thursday revealed the name of the soldier who died in the line of duty in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Read more »
May 28
South Africa: 2,828 SANDF Members Deployed for the Elections
A total of 2828 South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members will be deployed for the maintenance and preservation of law and order during the National and Provincial… Read more »
February 21
South Africa: Bodies of Soldiers Who Died in the DRC Return Home
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) will on Wednesday repatriate and officially hand over the mortal remains of Captain Simon Mkhulu Bobe and Lance Corporal Irven… Read more »
February 13
Congo-Kinshasa: Thousands of South African Troops Deployed to Eastern DR Congo
South Africa is to deploy at least 2 900 members of the South African National Defence Force to assist in the fight against illegal armed groups in the eastern Democratic Republic… Read more »
December 18, 2023
South Africa: Joining Foreign Armed Forces Could Lead to Prosecution, Government Warns
South Africans have been urged to avoid joining foreign armed forces, which may contribute to the violation of domestic and international law. Read more »
October 19, 2023
South Africa: Cabinet Welcomes White House Response to Lady R Matter
Cabinet has welcomed the acknowledgement of the US National Security Advisor, Jake Sullivan, of the seriousness with which President Cyril Ramaphosa has addressed the Lady R… Read more »
August 08, 2023
South Africa: SA Navy Prioritises Gender Mainstreaming
While significant strides have been made to ensure that women occupy leadership positions in the South African Navy, much more must be done to mainstream gender, says South African… Read more »
August 01, 2023
South Africa: Gauteng Legislature Calls for Deployment of SANDF Against Illegal Miners
The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety says it will be writing to President Cyril Ramaphosa and Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi to consider the… Read more »
June 16, 2023
South Africa: SA Security Personnel, Media Disembark Charter Plane
Warsaw, Poland: More than 24 hours later, a large contingent of security personnel and media have disembarked the SAA Airbus A340-300 plane that landed at the Warsaw Chopin Airport… Read more »
June 06, 2023
South Africa: SA, Portugal Sign Agreement On Defence Cooperation
South Africa and Portugal have signed an Agreement on Defence Cooperation, which is expected to provide a legal framework for closer cooperation for the two countries. Read more »
May 24, 2023
South Africa: Defence Devises Plan to 'Rescue' SANDF
Defence and Military Veterans Minister Thandi Modise says the department is embarking on a multi-medium term strategic planning process that seeks "rescue" the South African… Read more »
May 15, 2023
South Africa: President Reiterates Country's Position On Russia-Ukraine Conflict
President Cyril Ramaphosa, through his weekly newsletter to the nation, has reiterated South Africa's stance that the conflict between Russia and the Ukraine must be resolved… Read more »
May 11, 2023
South Africa: Distribution of Military Veterans' Pensions Gains Momentum
The Defence and Military Veterans Department says the pension payout for military veterans, who do not have any income, is going full speed ahead. Read more »
January 23, 2023
South Africa: SA's Navy Exercises Between China and Russia to Benefit Nations - Modise
Defence and Military Veterans Minister, Thandi Modise, says she is confident that the multinational maritime exercise between South Africa, Russia and China that will take place… Read more »
January 20, 2023
South Africa: SANDF to Host China and Russia for Multilateral Maritime Exercises
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) will host a multinational maritime exercise with Russia and China over a 10-day period to strengthen the already flourishing… Read more »
January 11, 2023
South Africa: SANDF Condemns Gruesome Mozambique Video
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) says an investigation is underway into a video depicting South African soldiers as watching, as deceased bodies are thrown into a… Read more »
December 23, 2022
South Africa: Police Recover Stolen Military Explosives, Equipment
The South African Police Service (SAPS) Head Office Organised Crime Investigations Unit, has recovered military explosive devices and equipment in Benoni, Gauteng. Read more »