Critically injured SA soldiers repatriated from DRC for urgent medical care

SANDF

Cape Town – A group of critically injured South African soldiers has been successfully repatriated from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) for urgent medical care.

This follows a deadly clash in January between DRC army forces and M23 rebels, which resulted in the deaths of 14 South African soldiers. Their remains were returned to their families earlier in February.

“The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) confirms that the group of critically injured soldiers who needed medical attention have been successfully repatriated from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and will receive high level medical care,” SANDF spokesperson Siphiwe Dlamini said. 

Dlamini said that soldiers with less severe injuries are expected to return later in the week, with efforts ongoing to ensure their safe arrival and treatment.

“The remainder who are not so critical are scheduled to arrive in South Africa during the course of the week. The South African National Defence Force, in coordination with other roleplayers, has worked tirelessly to ensure the safe return of our wounded members.”

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