As SANDF troops within the Democratic Republic of Congo proceed to dominate the highlight, Helen Zille and EFF chief Julius Malema have opted to take the identical stance on the matter.
With South African lives being lost amid the battle, this unlikely duo are each calling for a similar end result: South Africa’s troops should withdraw from the area.
Malema: SANDF should withdraw
Economic Freedom Fighter chief Julius Malema went public along with his opinion on the tumultuous scenario this week in a publish on social media.
Malema revealed that Defence Minister Angie Motshekga had opted out of a portfolio committee assembly, utilizing the event to voice his opinion.
“The truth is undeniable, the SA army has surrendered, and M23 is disarming them. Today’s portfolio committee meeting has been postponed simply because the Minister of Defence chose not to appear. We cannot stand by and be complicit in this situation; we must take a stand and demand the immediate withdrawal of our soldiers from the DRC.” Julius Malema
Interestingly, Malema has additionally referred to as for an pressing enhance within the navy price range and an overhaul earlier than SANDF troops will be redeployed
“It is imperative that we increase the military budget, and all military equipment tenders must be halted without delay. Denel must be empowered with the mandate to produce military equipment, and our soldiers must undergo re-training before considering redeployment. We will not accept anything less.” Julius Malema
Malema slams jet claims
Malema has denounced claims that the SANDF has the assist of fighter jets to the Congo in the identical breathe that he has denounced President Cyril Ramaphosa for remaining ‘silent’.
“It is absolutely false that South Africa has officially sent fighter jets to the DRC; we simply do not have that capability. The president of South Africa has gone silent, and it’s clear we have the leadership we deserve.” Julius Malema
Furthermore, Malema has claimed that South Africa at the moment solely has two working fighter jets.
“SA currently operates only two fighter jets that are in working condition. Additionally, there are no available landing facilities within the neighbouring DRC countries. The situation is stagnant and nothing substantial is being accomplished. The troop commander has conceded and struck a deal with M23, ensuring their safety in exchange for withdrawal from the DRC.”
Zille sides with EFF chief
Malema’s opinion has been seconded by Democratic Alliance’s Helen Zille, who got here ahead to say that that is one event the place she agrees with the EFF head.
“Sometimes, I agree with Julius Malema.”
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