naval warfare branch of the Republic of South Africa's armed forces
EWN Sep 21
Navy awaits Hawks' findings into SAS Manthatisi tragedy: The SA Navy on Sunday commemorated the third anniversary of the incident that claimed the lives of ...
ewn.co.za/2026/09/21/navy-awaits-hawks-findings-into-sas-manthatisi-tragedy
Africa cannot depend on foreign forces to defend her waters: Africa can no longer rely on foreign powers to safeguard its vast maritime domain ...
standardmedia.co.ke/business/shipping-logistics/article/2001552319/africa-cannot-depend-on-foreign-forces-to-defend-her-waters
ISS Africa Jun 11
sabcnews.com May 02
VISUALS | The SAS Amatola arrives at Simon’s Town Naval Base in the Western Cape on Saturday following one of the South African Navy's most significant ... Show more
‘Caterers are treated like modern-day slaves’: Ex-seaman wins overtime case against SANDF
news24.com/southafrica/crime-and-courts/caterers-are-treated-like-modern-day-slaves-ex-seaman-wins-overtime-case-against-sandf-20260502-0959
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eNCA May 02
SAS Amatola returns home: The South African Navy frigate SAS Amatola is finally home. The vessel has docked in Simon's Town after almost five months at sea.
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Cold, rain and crowds as Navy Festival kicks off in Simon’s Town: Hundreds of spectators defied biting cold and rain this weekend as they lined the shores of ...
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4-member panel to investigate Iran’s role in SA’s recent naval drill: At the heart of the investigation are serious allegations that despite Ramaphosa’s clear ...
ewn.co.za/2026/02/27/4-member-panel-to-investigate-iran-s-role-in-sa-s-recent-naval-drill
‘SA Navy chief Monde Lobese has landed in hot water with the Union Buildings over Iran’s participation in the recent navy exercise in Simon’s Town ... Show more
Ukrainian Association protests in Simon’s Town against Russian navy’s participation in Will for Peace
dailymaverick.co.za/article/iran-russia-and-china-sail-into-simons-town-as-exercise-will-for-peace-kicks-off/
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South African Navy chief Monde Lobese is expected to face repercussions at the Union Buildings over Iran’s participation in Exercise MOSI (Will for Peace) ... Show more
defence-blog.com Jan 10
South Africa launches naval drills with Russia, China and Iran: Multinational naval exercises “Will for Peace 2026” began on January 10 in South Africa’s ...
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Joint maritime exercise “Will for Peace 2026” is under way in False Bay.
Navies from BRICS Plus countries are taking part in a joint programme of maritime ... Show more
OpinionNaval-gazing — the SANDF, Iran and the potential threat to SA’s democracy: Recent images of an Iranian military ship sailing alongside a South African Navy ship ...
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EWN Jan 23
SA Navy drills: Aucamp to ensure environment not negatively impacted: Russia, China, the UAE and Iran took part in the exercises despite the president ordering ...
ewn.co.za/2026/01/23/sa-navy-drills-aucamp-to-ensure-environment-not-negatively-impacted
Key FactsEnvironmental Review of South African Naval Exercises
Jan 23, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
- Minister Willie Aucamp has called for environmental evaluations following naval exercises off Simon’s Town.
- Iran participated actively despite a presidential order limiting its role to observer status during the drills.
- An inquiry is investigating whether the president’s directive was breached and if oil contamination occurred.
- Aucamp pledged prompt action to address any environmental harm resulting from the recent naval activities.
I can promise you that there will be swift action if anything was done wrongly in that area.— Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment Willie Aucamp spoke about the potential environmental impacts of the naval drills.
Julio Nobrega faces trial for the brutal murder of his elderly neighbour: Julio Nobrega stands trial for allegedly orchestrating the brutal murder of his elderly ...
iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/2026-01-17-julio-nobrega-faces-trial-for-the-brutal-murder-of-his-elderly-neighbour/
‘Hazardous and undignified’: Inside the crumbling navy barracks in Simon’s Town: The SA Navy’s main Waterfall barracks in Simon’s Town are in a state of ...
news24.com/southafrica/hazardous-and-undignified-inside-the-crumbling-navy-barracks-in-simons-town-20260108-1094
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Civilian control of SANDF under scrutiny as navy probe unfolds: Defence Minister Angie Motshekga has ordered a probe after claims the SA Navy ignored President ...
ewn.co.za/2026/01/19/civilian-control-of-sandf-under-scrutiny-as-navy-probe-unfolds
sabcnews.com Jan 10
WATCH | Naval Base Simon’s Town hosts navies from BRICS Plus countries, including China, Iran, and Russia, for joint maritime safety operations ... Show more
Holomisa reveals the impact of R63 billion budget cuts on defence force capabilities
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-12-03-holomisa-reveals-the-impact-of-r63-billion-budget-cuts-on-defence-force-capabilities/
EWN Dec 19 25
Hawks still probing deaths of 3 officers who died at Simon's Town naval base: Cachalia
ewn.co.za/2025/12/19/hawks-still-probing-deaths-of-3-officers-who-died-at-simons-town-naval-base-cachalia
OpinionThe Strategic Importance of South Africa's Oceans: A Call for Action: Eddie Maloka explores the urgent need for South Africa to recognise its strategic position ...
iol.co.za/news/opinion/2025-12-08-the-strategic-importance-of-south-africas-oceans-a-call-for-action/
Fikile Mbalula on SA Navy's Admiral Lobese: ‘One day we’ll be arrested naked by these people’
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-11-19-fikile-mbalula-on-sa-navys-admiral-lobese-one-day-well-be-arrested-naked-by-these-people/
Hawks investigating SA Navy fraud, theft and corruption worth R500m: The Hawks are investigating five cases of fraud, theft and corruption in the South African ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2025-11-18-hawks-investigating-sa-navy-fraud-theft-and-corruption-worth-r500m/
EWN Nov 18 25
Motshekga to take appropriate steps against SA Navy chief over comments on underfunding - dept
ewn.co.za/2025/11/18/motshekga-to-take-appropriate-steps-against-sa-navy-chief-over-comments-on-underfunding-dept
Cape Town and Winelands engulfed in wildfires: Firefighters on high alert: Firefighters in Cape Town and the Winelands are on high alert as they battle a series ...
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2025-11-23-cape-town-and-winelands-engulfed-in-wildfires-firefighters-on-high-alert/
Newzroom Afrika Nov 17 25
SA Navy chief, Vice Admiral Monde Lobese, warns that chronic underfunding is exposing the country to threats such as drug syndicates ... Show more
Panelbeater accused of Navy vet’s hammer killing to represent himself as money runs out | News24
news24.com/southafrica/crime-and-courts/panelbeater-accused-of-navy-vets-hammer-killing-to-represent-himself-as-money-runs-out-20251114-0576
Here's why Simon’s Town Navy bosses turned to City for help with fire, water, and even baboons
iol.co.za/news/2025-11-14-heres-why-simons-town-navy-bosses-turned-to-city-for-help-with-fire-water-and-even-baboons/
EWN Oct 09 25
Widower determined to hold SA Navy accountable for his wife's death in submarine incident
ewn.co.za/2025/10/09/widower-determined-to-hold-sa-navy-accountable-for-his-wifes-death-in-submarine-incident
EWN Oct 06 25
Widower of Lieutenant-Commander in Kommetjie submarine tragedy reveals negligence behind her death
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EWN Oct 08 25
Widower of SA Navy commander killed in submarine accident pursues culpable homicide case
ewn.co.za/2025/10/08/widower-of-sa-navy-commander-killed-in-submarine-accident-pursues-culpable-homicide-case
Celebrating the South African Navy's new officers at Gordon’s Bay: The South African Navy celebrated its passing-out parade for 85 newly trained officers at the ...
iol.co.za/weekend-argus/2025-09-26-celebrating-the-south-african-navys-new-officers-at-gordons-bay/
EWN Sep 21 25
Honouring the fallen: SA Navy commemorates officers while family seeks justice: The three officers tragically passed away in 2023 due to poor weather conditions ...
ewn.co.za/2025/09/21/honoring-the-fallen-sa-navy-commemorates-officers-while-family-seeks-justice
sabcnews.com Sep 20 25
The families of three sailors who lost their lives at sea off the coast of Cape Town two years ago have expressed appreciation to Chief of the South African ... Show more
‘Pattern of disregard’: Godongwana, Motshekga snub parliamentary committee on SANDF crisis
news24.com/politics/pattern-of-disregard-godongwana-motshekga-snub-parliamentary-committee-on-sandf-crisis-20250910-0768
Paid articlePaywallRussian Embassy honours SA Navy Chief Monde Lobese, elevating Pretoria-Moscow ties
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‘National security at risk’: Head of SA Navy accuses Treasury of ‘sabotaging’ SANDF
news24.com/politics/national-security-at-risk-head-of-sa-navy-accuses-treasury-of-sabotaging-sandf-20250718-1190
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Treasury shoots down SANDF budget challenges claims by head of SA Navy: The National Treasury has rejected claims by the head of the SA Navy ...
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SAS Manthatisi tragedy: Widower welcomes handing over inquiry report to Hawks: Lieutenant Commander Gillian Hector and her colleagues, Master Warrant Officer ...
ewn.co.za/2025/07/10/sas-manthatisi-tragedy-widower-welcomes-handing-over-inquiry-report-to-hawks
DEFENCELESS | Security sinks, trade routes exposed as frigates, submarines out of action
news24.com/investigations/defenceless-security-sinks-trade-routes-exposed-as-frigates-submarines-out-of-action-20250624-1159
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The SANDF is under fire for the state of the SA Navy. The country's vessels are undergoing expensive refurbishments. Military and defence expert Ricardo ... Show more
June 27: Closing Arguments - Defense Admits Abuse But Says Diddy’s No Monster | Behind The Bar
June 27: Closing Arguments - Defense Admits Abuse But Says Diddy’s No Monster | Behind The Bar
PODCAST | The Lead: The sinking SA Navy, with Sikonathi Mantshantsha: This is The Lead, a daily News24 podcast hosted by broadcaster Graeme Raubenheimer ...
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SA Navy concludes World Hydrography Day with a commitment to maritime cooperation
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-06-22-sa-navy-concludes-world-hydrography-day-with-a-commitment-to-maritime-cooperation/
World Hydrography Day: South African Navy highlights the importance of oceans mapping
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-06-21-world-hydrography-day-south-african-navy-highlights-the-importance-of-oceans-mapping/
EWN Jun 11 25
SAS Manthatisi tragedy: Widower of deceased SA Navy commander wants answers
ewn.co.za/2025/06/11/sas-manthatisi-tragedy-widower-of-deceased-sa-navy-commander-wants-answers
'Shocking': Cape Town cyclist slams drunk driver's R13 000 fine for life-changing crash
news24.com/news24/southafrica/news/shocking-cape-town-cyclist-slams-drunk-drivers-r13-000-fine-for-life-changing-crash-20250403
Paid articlePaywall‘SA has lost military capacity’: AG report puts spotlight on defence force mess: Report highlights the South African Navy’s inability to adequately guard and air ...
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Paid articlePaywall Russian and Chinese warships make political waves in Simon’s Town: The docking of a Russian frigate once again raises questions about SA’s position of ...
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Key FactsRussian and Chinese Warships Create Diplomatic Stir
Oct 4, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dailymaverick.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dailymaverick.co.za
- Russian and Chinese warships arrived this week at Simon's Town, partly for the SA Navy Festival.
- The docking of the Russian frigate Neustrashimy, which reportedly turned off its transponder, raised diplomatic concerns regarding South Africa's neutrality in the Ukraine conflict.
- Circumstances surrounding the Chinese frigate CNS Xuchang's arrival were unclear, with reports indicating a medical emergency aboard.
- South Africa, India, and Brazil will participate in the upcoming Ibsamar maritime exercise, while the foreign ship visits raise questions about South Africa's non-alignment stance.