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defenceWeb.co.za is Africa’s leading online aerospace and defence news and analysis portal, delivering timely and accurate information to a global audience of industry professionals, decision-makers, and enthusiasts.

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 11h

Angola’s recently delivered C295 maritime surveillance aircraft took centre stage at AAD 2026 as Airbus positions the type as a multi-role solution for African air forces, including a potential replacement for SA’s maritime surveillance fleet. defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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Airbus pitches C295 as African workhorse - DefenceWeb

Angola’s recently delivered C295 maritime surveillance aircraft took centre stage at the recent Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 exhibition as Airbus

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 11h

Every two years in September, the SA defence industry holds its largest trade show at Waterkloof Air Force Base. In years gone by, when there were exhibitors from across the world, it was a magnificent occasion. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Opinion: ANC wants defence deals with BRICS, but SA companies are selling to Europe - DefenceWeb

Every two years in September, the SA defence industry holds its largest trade show at Waterkloof Air Force Base. In years gone by, when there were exhibitors

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 11h

ASELSAN, established in 1975, is now Turkiye’s largest defence company. It recently entered the global top 40 defence companies list as massive global demand for defence and security solutions is fuelling rapid growth of 25% a year. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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ASELSAN breaks into top 40 defence companies amid record growth - DefenceWeb

ASELSAN, established in 1975, is now Turkiye’s largest defence company. It recently entered the global top 40 defence companies list as massive global demand

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 11h

A Parliamentary question to Deputy President Paul Mashatile, in his capacity as chair of the Presidential Task Team on Military Veterans, shed light on three Department of Military Veterans’ procurement contracts being investigated by the SIU. defenceweb.co.za/sa-defence-s...

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Mashatile names three DMV contracts the SIU is investigating - DefenceWeb

A Parliamentary question to Deputy President Paul Mashatile, in his capacity as chair of the Presidential Task Team on Military Veterans, shed light on three

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 11h

The United States Navy (USN) Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71) in September became the first USN ship in recent years to undergo comprehensive maintenance in Mombasa. defenceweb.co.za/sea/sea-sea/...

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US Navy destroyer maintenance done close to Indian Ocean mission area - DefenceWeb

The United States Navy (USN) Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71) in September became the first USN ship in recent years to undergo comprehensive

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 29/09/2026

As a new exhibitor at the recent Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 exhibition, start-up OEM (original equipment manufacturer) Dinkwanyana Aerospace was showing its UVH-170 vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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Dinkwanyana rolls out innovative VTOL UAV - DefenceWeb

As a new exhibitor at the recent Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 exhibition, start-up OEM (original equipment manufacturer) Dinkwanyana Aerospace was

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 29/09/2026

Privately held investment holding company Pamodzi was at the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 exhibition showcasing a range of defence and security solutions that are produced by partners with whom it has recently signed agreements. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Pamodzi reveals new defence and security partnerships - DefenceWeb

Johannesburg-based privately held investment holding company Pamodzi was at the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 exhibition showcasing a range of

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 29/09/2026

“In all our key disciplines within the business, we’ve made significant progress,” Denel Aeronautics CEO Chris Boshoff stated. defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 29/09/2026

An umbrella organisation for South African military veterans is not accepting the lack of funds excuse offered by the Department of Military Veterans for failing to implement a court order to register ex-servicemen and women for benefits due to them. defenceweb.co.za/sa-defence-s...

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 29/09/2026

South African National Defence Union taking aim at punishment disguised as extra duties defenceweb.co.za/sa-defence-s...

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Sandu taking aim at punishment disguised as extra duties - DefenceWeb

South Africa’s largest military labour organisation - the SA National Defence Union (Sandu) – has a new legal battle in the offing.

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 28/09/2026

Ageing weapons inventories, fragmented fleets and growing pressure on defence budgets are creating new opportunities for Česká zbrojovka (CZ) as the Czech manufacturer expands its activities across Africa. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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CZ looks to SA as a potential regional production and support hub - DefenceWeb

Ageing weapons inventories, fragmented fleets and growing pressure on defence budgets are creating new opportunities for Česká zbrojovka (CZ) as the Czech

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 28/09/2026

Ten emerging South African firms used the AAD 2026 exhibition this month to exhibit technologies ranging from local drones, ballistic protection and rugged computers to geoscience intelligence, engineering and AI-based security solutions. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Armscor-sponsored SMMEs leverage AAD 2026 for growth - DefenceWeb

Ten emerging South African firms used the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 exhibition this month to exhibit technologies ranging from local drones,

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 28/09/2026

On the back of progress made in state-owned Denel Group’s restructuring and recovery, Denel Landward is making a solid contribution thereto. Denel recorded a good profit for the second year, running with a R41 billion opportunity pipeline. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Making headway at Denel Landward - DefenceWeb

On the back of progress made in state-owned Denel Group’s restructuring and recovery, its land systems business Denel Landward is making a solid contribution

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 28/09/2026

Thirty years on, the SA Navy (SAN) retains leadership of the Southern African and Islands Hydrographic Commission (SAIHC) even though it does not currently have an operational hydrographic vessel. defenceweb.co.za/sea/sea-sea/...

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South African remains at the helm of regional hydrographic commission - DefenceWeb

Thirty years on, the SA Navy (SAN) retains leadership of the Southern African and Islands Hydrographic Commission (SAIHC) even though it does not currently

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 26/09/2026

Gallery: AAD 2026 mini-war demonstration defenceweb.co.za/land/land-la...

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 25/09/2026

Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 is over with the floor – so to say – now open to researchers and opinion formers as they look to the future of the event. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Input sought on AAD 2026 to improve the event - DefenceWeb

Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 is over with the floor – so to say – now open to researchers and opinion formers as they look to the future of the

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 25/09/2026

As a global pioneer of unmanned systems and a leading missile house, Denel Dynamics plays an integral part in supporting these systems for the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and international customers. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Denel Dynamics delivering solid support - DefenceWeb

As a global pioneer of unmanned systems and a leading missile house, Denel Dynamics plays an integral part in supporting these systems for the South African

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 25/09/2026

Ageing infrastructure added to an apparent lack of planned maintenance in the South African defence estate has seen the SA National Defence Union (Sandu) take charge in pushing for better living conditions for SA National Defence Force (SANDF) personnel. defenceweb.co.za/sa-defence-s...

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Sandu legal demands see services restored to military bases - DefenceWeb

Ageing infrastructure added to an apparent lack of planned maintenance in the South African defence estate has seen the SA National Defence Union (Sandu) take

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 25/09/2026

Türkiye’s oldest defence manufacturer, MKE, is seeking to broaden its international presence by expanding its operations in Africa, with Egypt emerging as a key regional hub following the establishment of its first subsidiary on the African continent. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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MKE establishes first African subsidiary in Egypt - DefenceWeb

Türkiye’s oldest defence manufacturer, MKE, is seeking to broaden its international presence by expanding its operations in Africa, with Egypt emerging as a

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 23/09/2026

Opinion: Beyond AAD 2026, rebuilding South Africa’s defence industry defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 23/09/2026

Bangalore-based Accord Software & Systems used its first appearance at AAD to showcase its electronic warfare systems that includes long-range GNSS jammers and wideband anti-drone technology, as India increasingly opens the door to defence exports. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Accord makes AAD debut with GNSS and anti-drone jamming systems - DefenceWeb

Bangalore-based Accord Software & Systems used its first appearance at Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) to showcase a portfolio of electronic warfare

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 23/09/2026

Twiga has evolved its 920 Gun Boat into a waterborne weapons platform, fitted with three 12.7 mm and two 7.62 mm machine guns for offensive and defensive operations. defenceweb.co.za/sea/sea-sea/...

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Waterborne firepower at the heart of Twiga 920 Gun Boat - DefenceWeb

Twiga has evolved its 920 Gun Boat into a waterborne weapons platform, fitted with three 12.7 mm and two 7.62 mm machine guns for offensive and defensive

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 22/09/2026

The Centurion Aerospace Village has moved to strengthen its position as a key South African industrial development platform by issuing a new Request for Quotation for Strategic and Operations Advisory Services to support the next phase of its expansion. defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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CAV seeks strategic partner to accelerate industrial park expansion - DefenceWeb

The Centurion Aerospace Village (CAV) has moved to strengthen its position as a key South African industrial development platform by issuing a new Request for

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 22/09/2026

Hensoldt introduces KENIS sensor and secures major customer order at AAD 2026 defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Hensoldt introduces KENIS sensor and secures major customer order at AAD 2026 - DefenceWeb

Hensoldt South Africa has marked the launch of its KENIS 1280 AK thermal imaging sensor as a standalone product with a significant customer agreement signed

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 22/09/2026

Opinion: Another rifle, another looting opportunity? defenceweb.co.za/sa-defence-s...

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Opinion: Another rifle, another looting opportunity? - DefenceWeb

South Africa has been here before. We have been here with ships that do not sail as promised, aircraft that sit on the ground, and offsets that never

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 22/09/2026

Bell Textron has formally commenced manufacturing AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters for Nigeria as part of a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programme approved by the United States in 2024. defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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Bell begins Nigerian AH-1Z production - DefenceWeb

Bell Textron has formally commenced manufacturing AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters for Nigeria as part of a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programme approved by

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 22/09/2026

Opinion: AAD 2026 - hit and miss defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Opinion: AAD 2026 - hit and miss - DefenceWeb

The African Aerospace & Defence (AAD) exhibition took place between 16 and 18 September 2026 at Air Force Base Waterkloof outside Pretoria.

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 21/09/2026

Paramount has revealed a new fixed wing vertical takeoff and landing UAV, evolved from its N-Raven programme. Designed for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance and light attack, it can be armed with weapons such as the new LongClaw glide bomb. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Paramount reveals V-Raven VTOL UAV - DefenceWeb

Paramount Aerospace Systems has revealed a new fixed wing vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), which evolved from its N-Raven

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 21/09/2026

Armoured vehicle specialist SVI Engineering revealed a new Toyota Land Cruiser 79 series six-wheeler Tactical Observation Vehicle at the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 exhibition in Pretoria last week. defenceweb.co.za/land/land-la...

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SVI unveils Land Cruiser 79 six-wheeler Tactical Observation Vehicle - DefenceWeb

Armoured vehicle specialist SVI Engineering revealed a new Toyota Land Cruiser 79 series six-wheeler Tactical Observation Vehicle at the Africa Aerospace and

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 21/09/2026

“It’s official,” was the pronouncement of Defence Minister Angie Motshekga when confirming the South African Aerospace, Maritime and Defence Industries Association (AMD) will be the lead partner for Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2028. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Motshekga names AAD 2028 dates and lead partner - DefenceWeb

“It’s official,” was the pronouncement of Defence and Military Veterans Minister Angie Motshekga when confirming the South African Aerospace, Maritime and

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 18/09/2026

Paramount has unveiled its new Mbada light armoured modular vehicle (LAMV) at Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026, marking the first time the vehicle is being publicly showcased at an international defence exhibition. defenceweb.co.za/land/land-la...

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Paramount unveils Mbada light protected mobility vehicle - DefenceWeb

Global aerospace and defence technology company Paramount has unveiled its new Mbada light armoured modular vehicle (LAMV) at Africa Aerospace and Defence

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 18/09/2026

Milkor and Safran have signed an MoU to explore the integration of Safran’s airborne optronics, position-navigation-timing (PNT) systems and related technologies onto the Milkor 380 UAV and future platforms, including the larger Milkor 780. defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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Milkor and Safran sign MoU on optronics and navigation integration for UAVs - DefenceWeb

South African defence company Milkor Group and France’s Safran Electronics & Defense have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 18/09/2026

Hensoldt South Africa has introduced its Automated Spectrum Management System, an integrated capability designed to help defence forces and spectrum authorities plan, coordinate, assign and monitor the use of the electromagnetic spectrum more efficiently. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Hensoldt introduces Automated Spectrum Management System - DefenceWeb

At the Africa Aerospace and Defence 2026 exhibition, Hensoldt South Africa has introduced its Automated Spectrum Management System (ASMS), an integrated

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 18/09/2026

Dassault Aviation subsidiary ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa recently had its Falcon executive jet maintenance contract with the South African Air Force (SAAF) extended, and is showcasing its commitment to the SAAF and the wider industry at AAD 2026. defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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ExecuJet MRO Services highlights SAAF support at AAD 2026 - DefenceWeb

Dassault Aviation subsidiary ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa recently had its Falcon executive jet maintenance contract with the South African Air Force

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 18/09/2026

In 2026, Airbus marks a significant milestone in its relationship with the African continent – 50 years of continuous operations and flying in Africa. defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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Airbus celebrates 50 years of building Africa’s aerospace capabilities - DefenceWeb

In 2026, Airbus marks a significant milestone in its relationship with the African continent – 50 years of continuous operations and flying in Africa. The

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 18/09/2026

SAAF Gripen and Hawk set to be airborne at AAD air show defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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SAAF Gripen and Hawk set to be airborne at AAD air show - DefenceWeb

The fourth week of September is a significant one in the wider South Africa defence calendar with the 25th anniversary of the Africa Aerospace and Defence

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 17/09/2026

This week at the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 exhibition, DCD Defence is showing a new vehicle and corporate identity. DCD Defence now stands in the place of the previous entity named DCD Protected Mobility. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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DCD Defence reveals new Bushbuck vehicle - DefenceWeb

This week at the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 exhibition, DCD Defence is showing a new vehicle and corporate identity.

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 17/09/2026

Minister of Defence Angie Motshekga officially opened Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 by highlighting the country’s drive to strengthen sovereign defence capabilities while positioning its industry for greater global competitiveness. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Motshekga opens AAD 2026 with call for sovereign capability and industrial growth - DefenceWeb

South African Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Angie Motshekga officially opened Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 by highlighting the

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 17/09/2026

Landlocked Burkina Faso has introduced a new air defence system into service – the Sky Dragon manufactured by China’s Norinco. defenceweb.co.za/land/land-la...

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Burkina Faso reveals new Sky Dragon air defence system - DefenceWeb

Landlocked Burkina Faso has introduced a new air defence system into service – the Sky Dragon manufactured by China’s Norinco.

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 17/09/2026

PIC Wire & Cable partners with Hiconnex to expand into SA and the UAE defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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PIC Wire & Cable partners with Hiconnex to expand into SA and the UAE - DefenceWeb

South African interconnect solutions company Hiconnex and the US-based aerospace and defence interconnector specialists PIC Wire & Cable have signed an

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 15/09/2026

ITPS Canada has increased its focus on Africa, developing strong relationships and strategic partnerships with key African air forces. defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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ITPS Canada expands its engagement across Africa - DefenceWeb

ITPS Canada has increased its focus on Africa, developing strong relationships and strategic partnerships with key African air forces.

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 15/09/2026

15 South African Infantry (SAI) Battalion recently spent a month honing its combat skills at the General Ben Viljoen training area about 150km from its home base in Thohoyandou. defenceweb.co.za/sa-defence-s...

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SA Army retraining exercise in Limpopo, CTC Vuk’uhlome stabling parade all part of building a better landward force - DefenceWeb

15 South African Infantry (SAI) Battalion recently spent a month honing its combat skills at the General Ben Viljoen training area about 150km from its home

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 15/09/2026

L3Harris is moving forward with the modernisation of Royal Moroccan Air Force (RMAF) C-130 Hercules transport aircraft, a year after being awarded a contract to upgrade multiple aircraft. defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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L3Harris making progress on Moroccan C-130 modernization programme - DefenceWeb

L3Harris is moving forward with the modernisation of Royal Moroccan Air Force (RMAF) C-130 Hercules transport aircraft, a year after being awarded a contract

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 15/09/2026

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has boosted operational efficiency with a pair of high-powered rigid-hulled inflatable boats (RHIBs). defenceweb.co.za/sea/sea-sea/...

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Dubai-built RHIBs now in service with Nigeria Customs Service - DefenceWeb

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has boosted operational efficiency with a pair of high-powered rigid-hulled inflatable boats (RHIBs).

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 15/09/2026

Bucking what is widely seen as a lack of urgency in South Africa’s judicial system, a Mpumalanga Regional Court sentenced a Mozambican for contravening sections of the Immigration Act within three months of his arrest. defenceweb.co.za/security/bor...

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Mozambican sentenced three months after Lebombo Immigration Act arrest - DefenceWeb

Bucking what is widely seen as a lack of urgency in South Africa’s judicial system, a Mpumalanga Regional Court sentenced a Mozambican for contravening

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 14/09/2026

When Air Force Base (AFB) Waterkloof opens its doors for this year’s Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) Exhibition on 16 September, Denel will take its place alongside leading global defence and aerospace players. defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

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Denel ready to stand up and be counted at AAD 2026 - DefenceWeb

When Air Force Base (AFB) Waterkloof opens its doors for this year’s Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) Exhibition on Wednesday, 16 September, Denel, now a

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 14/09/2026

Havelsan and Egypt’s AOI sign sales agreement for Hamza-1 UAV defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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Havelsan and Egypt’s AOI sign sales agreement for Hamza-1 UAV - DefenceWeb

Havelsan and Egypt’s Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) have, at the El Alamein International Air Show last week, signed a sales agreement for the

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 14/09/2026

The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE’s) EDGE Group has delivered half a dozen ANAVIA HT-100 NAVAL unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to the Angolan Navy as part of a €1 billion deal for three BR 71 Mk II corvettes and other naval equipment. defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/ae...

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EDGE delivers HT-100 NAVAL UAV to Angola as part of corvette programme - DefenceWeb

The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE’s) EDGE Group has delivered half a dozen ANAVIA HT-100 NAVAL unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to the Angolan Navy as part of a

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defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 11/09/2026

The defunding of the SANDF: To lease or to own? defenceweb.co.za/sa-defence-s...

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The defunding of the SANDF: To lease or to own? - DefenceWeb

Two of the previous instalments in this series argued that South Africa's defence funding constraints are unlikely to ease in the foreseeable future, and that

defenceWeb @defenceweb.co.za · 11/09/2026

The 15 SA Army companies patrolling South Africa’s land borders racked up confiscations and recoveries worth more than R23 million in August. defenceweb.co.za/security/bor...

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SA soldiers notch up millions worth of confiscations and recoveries in August border protection ops - DefenceWeb

The 15 SA Army companies patrolling South Africa’s land borders racked up confiscations and recoveries worth more than R23 million in August.