South Africa reaffirms commitment to Somalia’s sovereignty and regional stability

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South Africa reaffirms commitment to Somalia’s sovereignty and regional stability

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South Africa has noted with concern the recent announcement by the State of Israel recognising Somaliland as an independent state.

The recognition constitutes a violation of the Federal Republic of Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and a direct threat to peace in the Horn of Africa.

We uphold the African Union’s principle of uti possidetis the sanctity of inherited borders as the continent’s essential safeguard against conflict.

We distinguish unequivocally between decolonisation and secession. The former restores sovereignty; the latter dismantles it. Israel’s action validates fragmentation and risks a domino effect of instability.

South Africa urges the international community to reject this external interference and support a united, stable Somalia.

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Minister Angie Motshekga meets with family of late Cpl TJ Motsamai

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Minister Angie Motshekga meets with family of late Cpl TJ Motsamai

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The Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Ms Angie Motshekga, met with the family of the late Cpl T.J. Motsamai, who tragically lost his life during Operation CORONA, and engaged with South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members deployed in the affected area.

The Minister was accompanied by the SANDF Surgeon General, Chief of the South African Military Health Services, Lt Gen (Dr) Peter Maphaha and Joint Operations Headquarters, General Officer Commanding, Maj Gen Godfrey Thulare as well as other senior military personnel. The engagements were undertaken to convey condolences to the bereaved family and to provide leadership support and encouragement to soldiers on internal deployments.

This followed a tragic incident at Macadamia during routine patrol duties under Operation CORONA, where a military vehicle carrying members of the SANDF Military Police attempted to cross a river that had been heavily flooded due to recent adverse weather conditions. Two members were swept away by the strong river current. The body of one member was recovered, while the second member remained missing.

A search for the remaining member is ongoing, led by the South African Police Service Diving Rescue Team, and supported by the SANDF Air Force Oryx helicopter.

The Minister expressed her deepest condolences to the bereaved family and reaffirmed the Department’s commitment to providing continued support to the family during this difficult time, while also standing firmly with all SANDF members serving the Republic. 

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Reckless use of fireworks leads to one death

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Reckless use of fireworks leads to one death

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POTCHEFSTROOM - Police in Lethabong near Rustenburg have registered two dockets, one of murder and the other of malicious damage to property. This stems from an incident that happened on Thursday, 01 January 2026 at about 03:25 during which one person was stabbed to death.

It is alleged that patrons were at a tavern in Lethabong, when some individuals, who were also inside the tavern, started igniting fireworks. Those who were against this confronted them, which led to a fight that started inside the tavern and then moved outside. During the commotion, a 38-year-old victim was stabbed with a sharp object and died instantly.

Thereafter, a group that was with the deceased allegedly attacked the suspect, who managed to flee the scene on foot. The group then identified the suspect's vehicle that was parked nearby, and set it alight. Allegedly, after the suspect learned that his vehicle has been set alight and fearing to return to the tavern, he went to the police station to seek help. After being identified as a murder suspect, he was immediately arrested and detained.

The 45-year-old suspect is expected to appear before the Bafokeng Magistrate’s Court in Tlhabane on Monday, 05 January 2026 on a charge of murder. The possibility of further arrests is not ruled out.

Meanwhile, the Acting Provincial Commissioner of North West, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo, condemned this incident in the strongest possible terms. “It is disappointing that despite numerous warnings regarding the careful use of fireworks, some members of the community continue to act recklessly to an extend of even discharging fireworks in a tavern and a person end up losing a life. We send our condolences to the bereaved family and want to assure the public that we will leave no stone unturned in ensuring that justice is served,’ said Major General Naidoo.

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Non-alignment is undermined by exercises with Iran and Russia

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Non-alignment is undermined by exercises with Iran and Russia

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The media confirmations that Iranian naval vessels are en route to South Africa to participate in the Mosi III naval exercise alongside Russia make it increasingly difficult for the government to maintain that South Africa is genuinely pursuing a policy of non-alignment.

Hosting the military forces of Iran and Russia is not neutral. These are sanctioned states involved in active conflicts and serious human rights abuses. Allowing them to conduct military exercises in South African waters sends a clear political signal, whether government admits it or not.

South Africa’s policy of non-alignment is being hollowed out. What begins as quiet military cooperation slips into secrecy and ends in open alignment. It reflects a deliberate willingness to accept alignment with authoritarian states, while hiding behind the language of non-alignment to avoid accountability. When military actions no longer match its diplomatic claims, non-alignment ceases to be neutrality and becomes a quiet and calculated drift away from democratic partners.

This concern is heightened by recent public statements from Iran’s president describing his country as being in a state of war with the United States and Western powers, making South Africa’s decision to host Iranian naval forces deeply concerning.

At the same time, South Africa’s defence relationships with democratic countries are weakening. Joint military exercises with the United States have been cancelled, US participation in the Africa Aerospace and Defence exhibition failed, and diplomatic tensions are increasing. These outcomes are the predictable result of confused foreign policy and poor political judgement.

While South Africa recently voted against Russia at the United Nations, a single vote counts for little when it is contradicted by continued military cooperation with Russia and Iran, carried out with limited transparency and minimal parliamentary oversight.

The Democratic Alliance will demand full transparency on all military exercises involving sanctioned states, insist on urgent parliamentary oversight of the SANDF’s international engagements, and hold President Ramaphosa accountable to restore proper civilian control over defence policy.

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R270m in Phuthuma Nathi dividends remain Unclaimed

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R270m in Phuthuma Nathi dividends remain Unclaimed

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Since 2020, Phuthuma Nathi has run an annual national campaign to locate shareholders with unclaimed dividends dating back to 2006. Thanks to these efforts, more than R125 million has already been paid out, but more than R270 million in dividends remain unclaimed.

Phuthuma Nathi is committed to finding its shareholders and ensuring that they receive what is rightfully theirs.

The most common reasons for unclaimed dividends include shareholders not updating their personal or banking details, or dividends being owed to the estates of deceased shareholders.

How to claim

If you are a Phuthuma Nathi shareholder who has not received dividends between 2006 and 2025 or are a family member of a deceased shareholder, please contact:

Call centre: 086 011 6226 (Mon–Fri, 7am–6pm, excl. public holidays)

WhatsApp: 011 321 5400

Email: phuthumanathi@singular.co.za

Shareholders or family members of deceased investors need to complete a FICA verification process, which involves providing:

Proof of identity 

An up-to-date bank statement or confirmation letter 

Proof of address

Once verified, dividends are typically paid within three to five working days.

The verification process is essential to ensure that funds are paid to the correct person.

About Phuthuma Nathi

Phuthuma Nathi is one of the country's most successful broad-based black economic empowerment schemes. Since its establishment in 2006, it has consistently paid dividends every year and to date more than R19.2 billion has been paid. The scheme has made a real difference in the lives of shareholders and their families.

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