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Sub in seabed collision, opposition parties demand an explanation

South African Navy submarine SAS Queen Modjadji I (S103) was put out of action after colliding with the seabed, Ports and Ships website says.

The German-built submarine, one of three in South Africa's arsenal, was on a cruise along the eastern seaboard when the accident occurred, according to Ports and Ships website. Reports say the submarine nosedived into the sea floor while doing submerged
safety drills.

The submarine was able to surface and proceeded to Durban where an inspection revealed denting of her forward hull. The submarine subsequently sailed for Simon's Town to undergo repairs. Opposition parties demanded an explanation as to how the accident occurred, pointing out that another submarine, SAS Manthatisi (S101) has been out of the water for some time following a series of problems, Ports and Ships website reports.

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