Cash-strapped SA needs a lean and mean defence force
To remain effective, the SANDF needs to focus on near-term threats and risks while maintaining capabilities at core levels
06 April 2021 - 15:58
The government’s track record shows it does not understand the realities of defence, and does not much care. Hence calamitous underfunding, unnecessary casualties at Bangui, and the national embarrassment of Palma.
That does not absolve the SA National Defence Force (SANDF) of its duty. No matter how obtuse or derelict in its duty the government may be, the SANDF must do its best to protect SA, its people and national interests...
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