🌎✊ The Delville Wood Memorial symbolizes the courage and sacrifice of the 146 000 White South African troops who fought in WWI but we must also always remember an overlooked injustice—the contributions of more than 80 000 black soldiers were largely unrecognized. While many served in non-combat roles, their efforts and sacrifices were crucial yet poorly documented due to the racial inequalities of the time. Don't miss 'Battlefields South Africa with John Robbie' on Friday at 21h05 on DStv 186.

The first group of South African troops deployed to eastern DR Congo are due to arrive back home. The peacekeeping forces were deployed to the DRC tasked with protecting civilians and supporting the Congolese government. The M23 rebel group now control much of the surrounding areas where the South African troops are based. | BBC News Africa