Corners cut as SA arms dealers see opportunity in DRC
Agreement signed for the sale of G6 guns, but no official approval has been given
22 April 2024 - 05:00
SA arms companies are cashing in on contracts with the defence department of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and in some instances regulatory corners are seemingly being cut.
One company recently signed an agreement with the DRC involving the sale of SA army G6 guns before any such disposal had been approved. The National Conventional Arms Control Committee (NCACC), which regulates all SA’s imports and exports of armaments, confirmed to Business Day that it has not issued any marketing or export permits for G6s...
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.