Chinese navy ships off South Africa’s coast Cape Town, South Africa - 6 January 2026: Two Chinese naval destroyers have arrived off South Africa’s False Bay Coast. The vessels entered South African territorial waters for drills with other BRICS nations including South Africa, Russia, Iran and others. The vessels were seen sailing in False Bay near the South African naval base in Simon’s Town. Footage by Wesley Fester | Wesley Fester - TV & Video Journalist