The Libyans stated they were entering South Africa on study visas to train as security guards but they have received military training, according to police read moreSouth African police said Friday they have arrested 95 Libyan nationals on suspicion of receiving training at a secret military camp in the north of the country. Police raided the camp at a farm in White River in the Mpumalanga province, about 360 kilometers (220 miles) northeast of Johannesburg. AdvertisementThe Newzroom Afrika TV news channel broadcast pictures of the site of the arrests, showing a military-style camp with green tents. Police said the operation to arrest the Libyans and close down the camp began two days ago. The site appeared to have been converted into an illegal military training base, police said.


Source:   The North Africa Journal
July 27, 2024 05:43 UTC