Zuma and the 'very very important' to get new airplanes
The defence force is looking to buy new presidential jets and planes as soon as possible, the Saturday Star has reported.
Defence confirms SA troops sent to countries around CAR
Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has confirmed that South Africa had deployed troops in countries neighbouring the Central African Republic.
Mapisa-Nqakula honours two unsung CAR heroines
Two women, a civilian and a medic, have received a special mention for bravery in the CAR from Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula.
Gupta report: Scapegoats to escape sanction?
Government's Gupta plane landing report does not conclusively suggest that Christine Anderson and Bruce Koloane will face criminal charges.
Fact or fiction: We unravel the Guptagate spin
The Mail & Guardian has sifted through a storm of public denials and rebuttals by the Guptas in an attempt to separate the facts from the spin.
Five people suspended over Gupta jet debacle
A total of five senior government officials and military personnel have been suspended following the unauthorised landing of a Gupta charted aircraft.
National Orders: The list you weren't meant to see
The Mail & Guardian can reveal a previously unpublished list of national orders, featuring seven nominees who have gone beyond the ordinary.
Mapisa-Nqakula on the attack at CAR debate
The defence minister has accused the opposition of colluding with the media "in a sinister plot" to undermine the ANC-led government's policy.
[Video] South Africa’s CAR disaster in five minutes
Watch the M&G’s video analysis of South Africa's disastrous military deployment in the Central African Republic, in our latest M&G hangout.
Debate on CAR deployment stilted
MPs discussing the SANDF’s deployment to the Central Africa Republic used petty tactics to block debate in Parliament.
[Video] Weekend 101: Kisses and sweeties in the CAR
VIDEO Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula's controversial CAR comments, North Korea threatens nuclear action and Jo'burg Pride is no more.
Mapisa-Nqakula defends SA troops killing CAR child soldiers
Faranaaz Parker, Deshnee Subramany
SA troops under attack from child soldiers had to defend themselves and couldn't "give sweeties and blow kisses", says the defence minister.
Mapisa-Nqakula: SANDF soldiers died with honour
Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula defended the deployment of troops to the CAR, saying they died in duty for their country.
Correction: No further upgrades for Nkandla
President Jacob Zuma's rural homestead in Nkandla will not undergo further upgrades as was reported on Tuesday.
Mandela recovering after successful gallstone surgery
Nelson Mandela has undergone surgery to remove gallstones and is recovering from the successful procedure, according to the president's office.
Mapisa-Nqakula shoots down aircraft deal
Nelly Shamase, Glynnis Underhill
Minister of Defence Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has spelt out why she believes the AdoAir jet leasing agreement is full of holes.
No jet for Zuma as Boeing deal lapses
A controversial R2-billion deal to procure a new presidential jet from aircraft company Boeing has lapsed and the $10 000 deposit will be refunded.
On the defensive: Minister scraps Zuma's new jet
Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula says the controversial purchase of a new jet for President Zuma will not go ahead. At least, not right now.
