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David Mahlobo

Johannesburg. – There are a growing number of South Africans associating themselves with terrorist organisations, Minister of State Security David Mahlobo told parliament last week. In a statement released yesterday, Mahlobo said he told parliament that terrorist groups have been evolving in terms of their motivations, financing and support mechanisms. He said methods of attack and choice of targets were constantly changing.

“This is done through the use of new and sophisticated recruitment tactics and funding methods, as well as attempts at gaining and controlling territory,” he said. He said efforts would be undertaken to identify South African citizens who wanted to join terrorist groups.

The minister assured that despite the global terrorism threat, the country would remain stable. – News24.