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The Democratic Alliance (DA) is pushing for former defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula to be investigated by Parliament’s ethics committee after she was accused of...

Civil Security

SAPS Special Task Force strengthened

Kim Helfrich - 8th March 2024

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Russia’s Africa Corps – more than old wine in a new bottle

Guy Martin - 8th March 2024

Civil Security

Northern Cameroon is losing the battle against arms trafficking

Guy Martin - 8th March 2024

Innovative funding key to saving SANDF – AMD

defenceWeb - 7th March 2024

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) is so overstretched that it cannot meet its commitments, meaning that a new funding model for the...

Procurement issues hamper Military Ombud

SA Defence Kim Helfrich - 6th March 2024

Lobese to address poor morale in the SA Navy

SA Defence Guy Martin - 5th March 2024

AAD exhibition space already half taken

Kim Helfrich - 8th March 2024

With just over six months before the AAD (Africa Aerospace and Defence) 2024 exhibition opens its doors for business at Air Force Base (AFB)...

Cable thieves push Armscor to generator power

Industry Kim Helfrich - 6th March 2024

Milkor showcasing advanced defence solutions at Dimdex 2024

Industry Guy Martin - 5th March 2024

Progress at Denel can be rewarded by access to National Treasury funding – Godongwana

Editors Pick Kim Helfrich - 27th February 2024

Capacity-building, peacekeeping and humanitarian assistance under the spotlight at SADC Standing Aviation Committee meeting

defenceWeb - 5th March 2024

The Chief of the South African Air Force, Lieutenant General Wiseman Mbambo, recently hosted the 21st Southern African Development Community (SADC) Standing Aviation Committee...

Gallery: SAAF Museum flying day 2 March 2024

Aerospace Guy Martin - 4th March 2024

Tunisia modernising C-130 Hercules transports

Aerospace Guy Martin - 27th February 2024

Indonesia looking to sell CN235 transports to Nigeria

Aerospace Guy Martin - 26th February 2024

New vessels needed for the SA Navy more than ever

Guy Martin - 8th March 2024

With Houthi rebels attacking ships off the Horn of Africa and Red Sea and consequently diverting shipping around the Cape, SA Navy (SAN) Chief...

Tanker hit by missile off Aden, two seafarers killed

Sea Guy Martin - 7th March 2024

West Africa’s coast was a haven for piracy and illegal fishing – how technology is changing the picture

African News Guy Martin - 7th March 2024

Is Iran planning a naval base at Port Sudan?

Sea Guy Martin - 7th March 2024

Algeria expands Fuchs 2 armoured vehicle production

ADIT - 7th March 2024

The Algerian army has expanded its production of German Fuchs 2 wheeled armoured vehicles as part of a long-standing defence cooperation agreement between Germany...

US Africa Command acquiring hostile fire detectors

Land Guy Martin - 5th March 2024

Ex Justified Accord underway in Kenya

African News Kim Helfrich - 28th February 2024

US$2 million plus boost for mine action in Ethiopia

Land Kim Helfrich - 27th February 2024

Russia’s Africa Corps – more than old wine in a new bottle

Nicodemus Minde - 8th March 2024

The Russian military company Wagner appears to have been renamed the Africa Corps by Moscow, and brought under the control of Russia’s Defence Ministry....

Algeria expands Fuchs 2 armoured vehicle production

African News Guy Martin - 7th March 2024

West Africa’s coast was a haven for piracy and illegal fishing – how technology is changing the picture

African News Guy Martin - 7th March 2024

Sudan Armed Forces are on a path to self-destruction – risking state collapse

African News Guy Martin - 6th March 2024

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Our factory-backed B6 armoured cab replacement for the UD Kuzer truck

defenceWeb - 4th March 2024

Introducing SVI Engineering's B6 armouring package for the UD Kuzer RKE 150 truck: a full cab replacement with bullet-resistant steel and ballistic glass, providing ultimate protection against assault rifles up to 7.62×51 mm. Approved by UD Trucks Southern Africa, it maintains the manufacturer's warranty while offering unmatched safety and versatility for diverse applications. Watch our video to witness the innovation in action and explore how the SVI-converted UD Kuzer truck can elevate your security needs today!

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Our factory-backed B6 armoured cab replacement for the UD Kuzer truck

defenceWeb - 4th March 2024

Introducing SVI Engineering's B6 armouring package for the UD Kuzer RKE 150 truck: a full cab replacement with bullet-resistant steel and ballistic glass, providing...

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defenceWebTV Episode 4

defenceWeb - 24th October 2023

In this episode of defenceWeb TV, we begin with an expert view on how crucial the South African defence industry is to maintaining South...

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