News & Actions of FUSAR

[Uberstein]

Construction of Future Federal Government Offices & Assembly Chamber Begins Near Gaborone

 

The proposed design, which is to be built upon the lake of Gaborone Dam

 

Negotiations have secured Botswana's eventual admittance into the Federal Union of Southern African Republics; all that is left is the full integration of the territory as a member republic. The city of Gaborone has been agreed upon to be the seat of the Federal government, due to the apolitical history of the city's own construction. With the Republic of Botswana set to become a full member, projects to modernize infrastructure and social programs are well underway.

 

((2/7 Botswana))

 

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A large fallout shelter capable of holding the majority of government workers and officers who would work there regularly is to be constructed underneath the complex.

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Edited July 20, 2014 by Uberstein

[Uberstein]

[Private]
Economic integration with Swaziland continues; including funds for infrastructure and public goods. Crime rates have dropped considerably with military assistance to the police.

Similar programs are assisting Namibia in updating and maintaining it's public infrastructure. A large scale project to bring water and power to every settlement has begun.
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((4/7 Swaziland))
((2/7 Namibia))

[Uberstein]

BREAKING NEWS: Terrorist Attack Cripples Free Trade Liberty Party

 

Reports are coming in that a large explosion has killed the majority of the Free Trade Liberty Party's bureaucratic and political officials. The operational and representative members of the party, along with several high-tier donators, were all celebrating the massive win for the party in both the Presidential and National Assembly elections. It appears a large truck-bomb was rammed through security and into the ball room where the festivities were taking place; its detonation destroying most of the building.

 

In a surprisingly turn of events, several key members of the Nationalist Green Party have claimed responsibility and have gone into hiding, promising to "fight the rape of this country from the streets and shadows." The Office of State Intelligence & Security has placed the Internal Security Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs on full alert and has announced an arrest warrant on charges of Terrorism, High Treason, or Suspicion of High Treason, for all ranking members of the Nationalist Green Party.

 

 

Andikan Verdoorn Accepts Honorable Discharge & Presidency

 

With the two other running parties removed from the running, General Andikan Verdoorn, Liberator of Bloemfontein and founding member of the Unity & Justice Party, has been honorably discharged from the Republican National Guard in order to accept the mantle of the Presidency. President Verdoorn has announced a state of emergency given the circumstances of his entry into the office.

 

((OOC: As a reminder, if anybody wishes to respond to this, please use the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.))

Edited July 23, 2014 by Uberstein

[Uberstein]

[Private]
Internet infrastructure has begun to be implemented in Botswana, with the goal of giving all citizens in the FUSAR public internet services. Crime rates have dropped dramatically with the introduction of Republican National Guard units.

 

Most public infrastructure in Swaziland has been brought up to date, and Republican National Guard forces are preparing to leave the territory. Local elections have seen a mass victory of the Unity & Justice Party.
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((3/7 Botswana))

((4/7 Swaziland))

[Uberstein]

Military Exercise in Swaziland; Government Searches for "Nationalist Green Party" Leaders

 

After the terrorist attack by the Nationalist Green Party, the Republican National Guard has mobilized its forces currently stationed in Swaziland. Military Intelligence allegedly points towards possible attempts by the terrorist group to rally anti-government support in the territories still joining the Federal Union. This marks a reversal of government plans to step down their military presence in the joining territories.

 

((5/7 Swaziland))

 

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The 5 squadrons of Dassault Mirage 2000-D have been tasked with the naval protection of the nation. The Exocet air-launched variant has been adopted for service by the Republican National Guard Air Service.

 

The Republican National Guard Naval Service has been established, and has begun research into what naval vessels to adopt. The surface-launched variant of the Exocet missile has been adopted. Mobile launcher vehicles are to begin production and be placed into strategic storage.

 

Internal Security Troops have begun large scale radio and cell phone interception in an attempt to find Nationalist Green Party leadership.

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[Uberstein]

State of Elevated Security Declared in Namibia

 

In order to ensure the safety of elections happening in Namibia, particularly the referendum on whether or not to join the Federal Union, President Verdoorn has authorized the deployment of two more divisions to Namibia. The 6th and 2nd Mechanized divisions will be joining the 4th Mechanized in the territory to ensure that no terrorist or extremist forces take root.

 

((3/7 Namibia))

 

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The Office of State Intelligence & Security has deployed assets to Swaziland, and local police departments have pressured into providing their records. The goal is to eliminate any and all "potential extremist forces." More rural locations are to be thoroughly inspected by the Republican National Guard.

 

Local leadership of Swaziland has been collected for a final negotiation on the territory's formal joining into the Federal Union.

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((6/7 Swaziland))

[Uberstein]

Swaziland Joins Federal Union of Southern African Republics as 5th Member Republic

 

In a move that surprises nobody, the Swaziland Referendum voted a near 90% majority in favor of joining the Federal Union of Southern African Republics. Republican National Guard units in the territory have been temporarily enlisted as Internal Security Troops until appropriate forces can finish mobilizing for their replacement in their anti-terrorist and peacekeeping duties.

 

((7/7 Swaziland))

 

National Assembly Reformed after Emergency Vote

 

Following the tragic terrorists strikes which crippled the political diversity and potential government of the Federal Union, President Verdoorn has signed into law a reformation of the National Assembly into a more equi-representative body. Each member republic will hold 25 seats, which will in turn be split by party lines per republic-specific elections. This brings the National Assembly to 175 seats with anticipation of Botswana and Namibia's joining.

[Uberstein]

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After successfully passing trials, the AMX-40 design modified with a Palmaria turret has been approved for service and has begun production under the name AMX-40 "AMX-PAL" Palmaria. They are set to fully replace the existing AMX F3 vehicles in use.

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[Uberstein]

Internal Security Troops Secure Swaziland; Guard Elections

 

Two divisions of Internal Security Troops have begun a publicly announced sweep of the Republic of Swaziland. The Federal High Court has granted over 200 individual search warrants in the manhunt for "NatGreens." Meanwhile, local elections for the Swaziland Parliament have begun.

 

((Corrected 7/7 Swaziland))

 

Construction of Capital Complex in Botswana Continues

 

In lighter news, construction of the Federal government complex in Gaborone has face few delays despite the raised security. A combined force of Internal Security Troops and Republican National Guard have secured the construction site, as well as the city of Gaborone itself. The city has seen an economic boost from the flood of construction workers and specialists.

 

((4/7 Botswana))

[Uberstein]

Fighting Breaks Out in Walvis Bay, Namibia

 

The Republican National Guard has issued a press release detailing recent hostility in the city of Walvis Bay. They are currently unsure if the insurgents in the region are related to the Nationalist Green Party, but state that the situation is under control and that civilians in the area should work with the Guard to prevent an escalation of violence. Non-violent protests against the Guard's occupation of the city have blocked traffic in the city center.

 

((4/7 Namibia))

 

((OOC Update to Factbook:

Timescale: 1 RL Month = 1 IC Year

Recognition: This nation does not recognize any magic, fantastical creatures, or post-2014 technology or architecture. Any and all such things which enter into interaction with this nation will be interpreted through the lens of a realistic 2014 worldview. For example, interactive holograms, no matter how vividly described, would simply be ignored and not exist to a character from this nation.))

Edited July 27, 2014 by Uberstein

[Uberstein]

Referendum for Botswana Membership Begins

 

With the Republican National Guard securing polling stations and cracking down on political violence, the educational portion of the referendum has begun. Television and radio have begun saturating the airwaves with debates over the choices. The Unity & Justice Party of the Federal Union has begun distributing leaflets in many towns and cities across the territory of Botswana. The actual referendum will begin soon.

 

((5/7 Botswana))

[Uberstein]

Travel & Trade Ban with Asia Implimented

 

Following the continuation of various conflicts, as well as continued reports of the impossible leading to suspicions of some kind of hallucinogenic pandemic, the Federal government has implemented a full travel and trade ban with the regions of South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, and Non-European Russia (East of the Ural mountains).

 

No major ramifications are expected on the economy due to the primary use of African technology providers and industries. The previous travel and trade warnings issued by the government had also caused trade to taper off, reducing the impact of the new ban.

 

 

Native Industries To Fill Gaps

 

With the trade ban on Asia, the Federal government has approved the mass subsidization of "industries of national interest, as well as those which assure a high quality of life for the citizens of the Federal Union of Southern African Republics."

 

 

Fighting in Namibia Continues

 

Violence in Walvis Bay has continued, with reports of IED's and car bombs being released by the Republican National Guard. Reporters have been restricted from areas in which operations are under way due to "The inability for the Guard to guarantee their safety." Two divisions of Internal Security Troops have been mobilized to assist in maintaining the peace in Namibia.

 

((5/7 Namibia))

[Uberstein]

[Private]
The Unity & Justice Party's campaigning in Botswana has been highly successful. While only roughly half of the votes are in, a clear majority vote for unification can be seen. The Federal government has begun gearing up for proper economic support and integration with Botswana.
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((6/7 Botswana))

[Uberstein]

Cape Republic Sues Federal Government In Wiretapping Case

 

After a series of surgical strikes across the Cape Republic against insurgents and terrorists, an interview with an anonymous member of the Office of State Intelligence and Security revealed that the strikes were only possible due to the wide-scale tapping of cell phone and radio broadcasts across the the Cape.

"The territory is the largest in the country, we were unable to implement the kind of on-the-ground intelligence assets we would normally use, so we went ahead and used the very generous warrant of operation granted to us by the Ministry of Internal Affairs."

While little formal law deals with this area, the Cape Republic has pushed for an interpretation of the Security Guarantee to claim a right to privacy against military-style-tactics such as radio interception, at least without a warrant granted by their own courts. More on this case will be reported as it unfolds.

 

 

Green Initiative Passes National Assembly

 

Citing the vast coal resources of the nation as a potential "bargaining chip in international trade," the National Assembly approved a series of laws which seek to switch the nation's power grid over to renewable resources, such as solar, hydro, and to a much lesser extent, geothermal and wind power. Geothermal power is expected to be a significant investment, but worth the benefit of becoming a carbon-neutral nation.

Edited July 30, 2014 by Uberstein

[Uberstein]

Referendum Begins in Namibia

 

Despite the violence, polling stations, guarded by the Republican National Guard, has opened in Namibia to decide the future of the territory. "We will not allow violence to stop the democratic process. We will not be terrorized into inaction!" Stated a local politician.

 

((6/7 Namibia))

 

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A SOSUS and military radar network is to be constructed along the coasts and inland-from-coasts areas of the nation. This is to include territories not fully incorporated yet, such as Namibia. The specifics of the radar network is to include a multistatic radar (multiple-receiver) system using OTH-B, as used by the pre-collapse Australians. This network will have a range of 3000km.

 

A mobile early-warning radar system is to be placed in reserve storage for use during wartime.

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[Uberstein]

Botswana Referendum Ends With Unification

 

The final polls have come in, and the referendum is over. The populace of Botswana has voted in a stunning 80% majority vote in favor of joining the Union. Republican National Guard forces in the region have been temporarily enlisted by the Ministry of Interior Affairs to assist in security, but are to be fully returned to their formal bases by the end of the month. With the incorporation of Botswana into the nation, the city of Gaborone has become the Federal capital.

 

((7/7 Botswana))

 

 

Major Update Comes to Officially Recognized Languages With Joining of Namibia to The Union

 

After the referendum ended with a 68% majority in favor of joining the Union, the Federal government has expanded the list of official languages to include those traditionally spoken in Namibia. Official Languages now encompasses: Afrikaans, Damara/Nama, English, German, Herero, Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Oshiwambo, Rukwangali, Setswana, Silozi, siSwati, Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa and Zulu.

Internal Security Troops have taken over the security duties of the Republican National Guard in the area.

 

((7/7 Namibia))

[Uberstein]

Terrorists in Walvis Bay Driven Into Countryside, Urged to Surrender

 

The violence in the Republic of Namibia has reached a climax after Internal Security Troops raided multiple residential and industrial locations in Walvis Bay. The Office of State Intelligence & Security has announced that the city proper is almost certainly free of terrorists now, and that they believe that the enemy has relocated into the local countryside where police presence is significantly lower. Radio broadcasts have included civil defense messages, giving instructions for civilians to report any suspicious activity, and urging the terrorists to stand down.

"We understand that these men and women see themselves as freedom fighters. But their fight is pointless, because the Union offers them freedom. We guarentee freedom of speech, freedom of travel, the right to vote for a civilian government. They have nothing to fear, and should they wish to simply remain anonymous and lay down their arms, I see no reason for us to push the issue. I urge all of those who seek to fight the government to simply realize that democracy is the right path, and to, well, retire." -Minister of Internal Affairs, Delize Jonker.

 

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Construction of the government fallout shelter under the offices & assembly building have faced delays due to issues with the water table. While construction is possible, the costs have tripled, and the estimated finish date extended. The actual building complex, however, is on schedule, and should open within the month.

 

The Republican National Guard has stepped down into a full peacetime stance, with Internal Security Troops doing all of the fighting against any insurgent and terrorist forces in the nation. Standing divisions have returned to their bases. A full defense evaluation of the nation in terms of determining the location of new military bases is underway.

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[Uberstein]

Republic of Swaziland Joins Jurisdiction/Privacy Case Against Federal Government

After Evidence of KSIS Intervention With Local Police

 

The Cape Republic's case against the Federal government, in which the republic's judicial branch is suing the Ministry of Internal Affairs on grounds on privacy and jurisdiction following a series of cellular and radio interceptions without warrant, has gained even more traction as the Republic of Swaziland has presented evidence that the Office of State Intelligence & Security meddled with local police and, "Gave instructions as to how Swaziland police were to go about certain cases involving anti-government individuals."

 

President Verdoorn has asked the Minister of Internal Affairs, Delize Jonker, to represent the Ministry of Internal Affairs personally in the Federal High Court, and released this statement to the public, "Ms. Jonker has long been my friend, and I know that she is a woman of strong moral character. Whatever missteps were taken by Internal Affairs must be found and corrected, and it is my belief at this time that these were isolated incidents committed by lower ranking bureaucrats and officers. She has confided in my as a friend that she has nothing to fear from appearing at court, as she has done nothing wrong."

[Uberstein]

Territorial Waters Declared

 

 

The highlighted orange area, which is a 200 nautical mile extension off of the Union's shores, has been declared as the sovereign waters of the Federal Union of Southern African Republics. All foreign military vessels, with the exception of those of the African League, are banned from entering these waters without permission, and violation will be considered an act of war.

 

Foreign commercial vessels will require appropriate permits to operate in this zone, and attempts to exploit the territory without permits will result in a minimum of the offending vessel being impounded and confiscated. The offending party will be jailed, but their government will be allowed to petition for extradition. The confiscated materials may be bid upon at government auction.

 

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The Republican National Guard Naval Service has commissioned:

10 Amathole-Class Corvettes - Soweto, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Tembisa, Cape Town, Katlehong, Umlazi, Soshanguve, Khayelitsha

 

The following rotary-wing aircraft are to be adopted: Eurocopter Panther

 

A full Naval Base will be re-activated at Simon's Town, while two naval support stations will be re-established at Durban and Port Elizabeth.

 

The following logistical ships will be adopted: Drakensberg Replenishment Oiler, Hecla-class Survey Vessel

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Edited August 4, 2014 by Uberstein

[Uberstein]

Travel Warning Declared for Europe

 

After reviewing both the recent history and current situation of Europe, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel warning on the continent of Europe, and grounded all direct passenger flights to the continent. Cargo flights have not been grounded, but the Pilot's Union has reportedly demanded hazard pay for flights to the continent. Flights to near-Europe countries will of course continue, such as to Carthage and Alexandria.

 

Tourists from Europe wishing to return home will have their tickets altered to switch over to indirect flights free of charge.

 

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Construction of the OTH and SOSUS network continues. To compliment this network, 3 Oste-class Fleet Service Ships have been commissioned for service.

 

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[Uberstein]

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To compliment the existing air force abilities, such as with the MICA missile, to control the nation's air space, it has been decided to build Crotale 6-missile turrets on an AMX-40 chassis and place them under the command of the air force.

 

Mobile land-based systems of the Aster missile family are to be adopted as well.

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[Uberstein]

Nuclear Strikes In Europe Confirmed; Travel Warning Becomes Ban

 

After the confirmation of nuclear strikes in Europe, the previous travel & trade warning has become ultimately a ban. While this is not a boycott of European goods, these goods must travel through other African states first. All European tourists from the affected nations have been offered a chance to apply for refugee status, given the violent nature of their home regions.

"Children mustn't grow up in a land where they fear nuclear war or being killed for their beliefs alone. A land where diplomacy comes in simple ultimatums backed by the gun. Here in Africa, even with our own civil problems, life is safer. Life has a chance to bloom, and children may have a childhood free of the threat of nuclear war." -President Verdoorn

[Uberstein]

Jurisdiction/Privacy Case Against Federal Government Ends With Member Republic Victory

 

The Federal High Court has ruled in the favor of the member republics; in simple terms, this means that the Office of State Intelligence & Security would be required to receive warrants from the individual judicial branches for internal operations. However, the Federal High Court has upheld the right of the Federal government to protect against foreign espionage and terrorism without member republic warrant.

[Uberstein]

((Continued from Here. 5/7))

[Classified]

The wind farm on the Crozet islands has been completed, however the battery and transformer banks are still under construction due to their underground and hardened nature. The potential construction sites for the OTH-B sites have been leveled and secured against erosion with proper drainage and erosion netting.  The areas are being used for storage while construction continues. The greenhouse structure has been completed, but is currently empty, and requires installation of utilities.

 

The Republican National Guard has begun to review its structure as to allow the mechanized divisions to be a more mobile, reactive force, which can practice a doctrine of elastic defense rather than holding an absolute line.

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[Uberstein]

Federal Government Headquarters at Gaborone Completed; National Assembly Meets In New Chamber For First Time

 

After some time, the central offices of the Federal government have been completed. Located on the shores of Gaborone Dam, the government now has a centralized location from which to operate. The scale of the facility will certainly ensure a boost to the economy of Gaborone as bureaucrats and politicians alike move to the city. Photographs of the grounds are currently unavailable due to enhanced security measures.

 

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With the nuclear bunker underneath the complex finally complete, the capital complex has been "opened for business." A divisional base of Internal Security Troops, as well as some additional KSIS offices, have begun construction across the lake. This additional base will have a regular ferry to the  government offices.

 

A clear chain of command is currently being established to prevent a decapitation strike from being effective.

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