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Zuma orders withdrawal of S. African troops from Sudan

Xinhua, February 24, 2016 Adjust font size:

South African President Jacob Zuma said on Wednesday he has terminated the employment of members of the South African National Defence (SANDF) in Darfur, Sudan.

The termination will take effect from April 1, the president said.

Zuma thanked all members of the SANDF for their participation in bringing peace in Darfur.

South Africa sent peacekeeping troops to Darfur in 2008 as part of the AU/UN Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID).

Zuma ordered the withdrawl of SA troops from Sudan after peace was restored to the country. Enditem