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Covert ActionThis article responds to recent claims about K44, the CDCO and related allegations, and then describes the author’s introduction to the unit, vetting, appointment and first impressions of the team. It concludes by stressing the secrecy, compartmentation and invisibility of the group.

DurbanThis article reflects on a recent conversation with former members of the South African Railway Police Special Task Force and explores their lesser‑known connections with the National Intelligence Service (NIS). Through personal recollections, operational insights, and historical context, the narrative highlights the unique capabilities of the Railway Police, the covert contributions of NIS operatives, and the importance of compartmentalisation within intelligence structures. The article also revisits significant historical intelligence figures and underscores the ongoing need to document South Africa’s covert security history. Nongqai continues to serve as a platform dedicated to preserving national security heritage with accuracy, balance, and respect for the past.