US EditionSouth Africa's National Security: Ntshavheni Identifies Coup D'état Risks
SOUTH AFRICA, JUL 16 – Minister Ntshavheni said security agencies have identified a coup risk and implemented measures to prevent it, assuring the public that national stability is maintained amid political tensions.
- On July 15, 2025, Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni disclosed in Parliament that South Africa's security agencies have detected possible threats of a coup d'état while presenting the State Security Agency's budget.
- The risk arises from ongoing political tensions, including concerns about unrest related to President Ramaphosa’s response to corruption claims against high-ranking police officials in KwaZulu-Natal.
- Ntshavheni emphasized that the team responsible for national security is effective and vigilant, actively working to identify and counter threats while tackling misconduct within intelligence agencies to maintain the nation’s stability.
- She assured the public that no coup attempts are underway in South Africa, encouraged citizens to stay calm, and to report any suspicious behavior as the government maintains close surveillance of the situation.
- This disclosure underlines the government's commitment to preventing violent uprisings and maintaining democratic institutions amid heightened political uncertainty ahead of future elections.
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