The report into the docking of the Lady R in Simon’s Town (https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/national/2023-09-05-executive-report-on-lady-r-docking-in-simons-town-provides-more-detail/) has left an even thicker fog of war, instead of clarifying the details surrounding the armaments on the vessel.

The executive summary of the report was released on Tuesday night. The independent panel chaired by retired Supreme Court judge Phineas Mojapelo stated it had to rely heavily on letters by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The presidency issued public invitations, after which the panel interviewed 47 people under oath or affirmation...

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