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INS Tushil arrives in Durban as India and SA strengthen naval ties
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Tushil is visiting the Port of Durban, deepening the bonds between India and South Africa. The Talwar-class frigate arrived on Wednesday and is set to depart on Saturday, bringing with it a modernised combat vessel equipped with cutting-edge technology and enhanced capabilities tailored for maritime security.
Indian naval ship INS Tushil makes historic visit to Durban
It is a privilege to be in one of our best partners' homes. South Africa means a lot to India. . . said Commodore Peter Varghese, the Commanding Officer of the INS Tushil
Urgent review of navy’s role and its assets required
A retired senior naval officer with years of seagoing experience related his excitement at gaining valuable ship-handling experience while bringing the frigate President Steyn abeam of Tafelberg for ship-to-ship refuelling exercises at sea.
Bench of remembrance opened in honour of deceased naval officer, Gillian Hector
To forever feel connected to his wife, Lieutenant Commander Gillian Hector and to share her legacy of giving back to others, her grieving husband has registered an NPC and erected a bench with plaques on her favourite spot.
SANDF accused of ‘silencing widower’
Since his wife's death, Hector has been stationed at the Naval Station Port Elizabeth in Gqeberha with his toddler son, working remotely with SANDF's permission “as the painful memories of his wife were “too raw” associated with being stationed in Simon’s Town.
Outcry grows for deportation of illegal immigrants
Amid the rising calls for the deportation, a two-city march hosted by the Progressive Forces will be staged in Durban and Pretoria on September 23.
Submariner widower accused of snubbing SANDF won’t be drawn
The SANDF said it made attempts to engage Hector on its findings but it appeared that Hector, still employed by the Navy, “would rather elect to alienate himself from the organisation”.
Indian soldiers who died during World Wars I and II remembered
The South African Indian Legion of Military Veterans held its annual Women’s Day High Tea followed by a lecture on Women and War. The Wall of Remembrance was unveiled and the Last Post was played.
Ramaphosa mourns death of SANDF soldiers in DRC
In total, six SANDF have been killed in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) since deployed there.
SANDF distances itself from remarks by former naval commander, demanding Ramaphosa resigns
The SANDF confirmed that Mangolele was dismissed from the defence force in 2018 and that his utterances were not on behalf of the military. It said he was expelled due to misconduct.
World War II vet remembers navy legend Just Nuisance
Retired Drakensberg conservationist and KZN mountain club legend Bill Small enjoyed visiting the statue of the legendary naval dog Just Nuisance, known for accompanying navy seamen on the train from Cape Town to Simon’s Town during the war years.
Submarine tragedy investigation extended
At the time of the incident, Flag Officer Fleet of the South African Navy, Musawenkosi Nkomonde, said all safety precautions were adhered to on board the submarine that the SA Navy members were washed overboard on.
SA Navy short of 12 patrol ships
South African Navy commander Vice-Admiral Monde Lobese said that for the navy to be able to protect the country from the sea it needed 15 ships, adding that it had only two ships with more than 2 800km to patrol.
Navy ship named
The locally built multi-mission inshore patrol vessel will be one of three that will do duty off the coast.
Queen of the Seas, Gillian Hector, laid to rest
Commander Phokane saw his friend and colleague being swept overboard by the first wave, he did not hesitate to jump into the water in order to save her and the other members.
Slain submariners' funeral details announced
The funeral dates and venue of the slain submariners has been announced by the South African Navy.
Submariners’ last moments relived
The tragic incident claimed the lives of three South African Navy submariners who dedicated a large part of their lives to the service in the South African National Defence Force.
Joint memorial service held for slain submariners in Cape Town
Wynberg Military Indoor Sports Centre was packed to capacity as many came to celebrate the lives of the three submariners.
Combined memorial service of three deceased submariners to be held on Wednesday
The combined public memorial service will take place at the Wynberg Military Indoor Sport Centre Area Health Military Unit at 10 a. m.
Joint memorial service for SA Navy crew killed in exercise near Kommetjie
The SANDF has announced that a joint memorial service will be held for the three SA Navy crew members killed during an exercise near Kommetjie last week.
Families of SA Navy officials killed in submarine exercise ask for space and time to grieve
In a statement on their behalf, the SA National Defence Force said it has taken note of all the enquiries and questions regarding the submarine incident and is requesting the media to allow the families time and space to mourn and honour the lives of the fallen sailors.
We laughed and shook hands, and I wished them a safe journey, never thinking that this tragedy would occur. SA Navy chief speaks following submarine tragedy
In a statement issued following the horrific submarine tragedy earlier this week, Navy chief Vice Admiral Monde Lobese, said the magnitude of the loss is difficult to comprehend.
SA Navy tragedy: Honour the submariners’ lives by raising the defence budget
We need more people like Hector, Mathipa and Mojela, not fewer.
SA Navy Chief Vice Admiral Monde Lobese sends condolences after Kommetjie submarine tragedy
Just a week ago, SA Navy Chief, Vice Admiral Monde Lobese said he met members of the submarine crew who informed him about their readiness to proceed to the Waterfront for the Mini Navy Festival.
SA Navy: A look at the life of sacrifice and service amid Kommetjie tragedy
In the wake of the recent tragic submarine accident that claimed the lives of three members, the spotlight turns to the remarkable lives of members of the Navy who dedicate themselves to the service of their nation.