DStv Channel 403 Wednesday, 01 January 2025

Slain SANDF soldier's remains back home

JOHANNESBURG - The remains of a South African National Defence Force Soldier who died in Goma in the DRC have landed back home.

Sergeant Vusi Mabena was killed when his helicopter came under fire.

READ: SANDF soldier killed in DRC

Another crew member suffered injuries but managed to fly the chopper and land safely at Goma Airport.

Defence Minister Thandi Modise says it is a sad moment, however, they are proud of the fallen soldier.

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