Does South Africa have any current conflicts with any neighboring countries?

South Africa has no current conflicts with its neighbors in-line with its "quiet diplomacy" policy. However, there have been historical conflicts between the country and its neighbors.

South Africa was in a conflict situation with Botswana in the 80s and early 90s. This was due to Botswana’s cooperation with the military wing of the ANC and other opposition groups in the struggle against apartheid. Lesotho, completely surrounded by South Africa, was also embroiled in similar...

South Africa has no current conflicts with its neighbors in-line with its "quiet diplomacy" policy. However, there have been historical conflicts between the country and its neighbors.

South Africa was in a conflict situation with Botswana in the 80s and early 90s. This was due to Botswana’s cooperation with the military wing of the ANC and other opposition groups in the struggle against apartheid. Lesotho, completely surrounded by South Africa, was also embroiled in similar conflict, which led to Lesotho stating it was at war with South Africa.

South Africa was also involved in a border war with Angola. South Africa militarily supported the rebel movement in Angola (UNITA) led by Jonas Savimbi against the government. After Angola’s first democratic election in 1992, South Africa withdrew its diplomatic presence further straining the relations.

It is important to note that some of the major conflicts occurred during pre-independent South Africa and better diplomatic relations have been established since.