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Turkiye’s Assan Group Acquires South African Fuze Specialist Dynaflow Technologies
The Turkish defence industrial base is expanding internationally with the strategic acquisition of Dynaflow Technologies, a South African company specializing in aviation bomb fuzing systems. Announced in May 2025, the move allows Assan Group to secure independent access to advanced fuze technologies—critical components that determine the precision and effectiveness of air-launched munitions. Dynaflow designs, develops and tests a range of fuzes—including proximity, impact and programmable delay variants—for both NATO and Russian-standard bombs. Its
1 South African Tank Regiment Thwarts Cross-Border Explosives Smuggling Attempt
While illegal border crossings remain a persistent challenge, a recent incident near the Beitbridge Point of Entry has highlighted a more dangerous trend involving high-risk smuggling operations. This shift was exposed on 02 January 2026 when a routine patrol uncovered the illicit transport of commercial explosives across the South Africa–Zimbabwe border. Members of 1 South African Tank Regiment operating under the command of Joint Tactical Headquarters Limpopo were conducting a routine foot patrol
M23 Rebels Capture Uvira, Triggering Mass Displacement
M23 rebels have seized Uvira, a key city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) near the Burundi border, prompting widespread panic and displacement. The capture undermines a recent peace agreement between the DRC and Rwanda brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump and Qatar. The offensive, launched on December 1, involved intense artillery attacks leaving at least 74 people dead—mostly civilians—and 83 others hospitalized. Residents report that M23 forces also captured Luvungi and
SANDF Honours Excellence at 2025 Chief of the Defence Force Prize Giving Ceremony
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) hosted its annual Chief of the Defence Force Prize Giving Ceremony at St George’s Hotel in Irene, Pretoria, on 5 December 2025. The event followed the earlier daytime programme and concluded the year’s calendar by recognising the outstanding achievements of SANDF members across fitness, culture, sport and service. Senior leadership and invited guests gathered to celebrate excellence within the organisation, with the Chief of the SANDF,
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France Rolls Out First BR71 Mk II Corvette for Angolan Navy
The first of three BR71 Mk II corvettes ordered by the Angolan Navy has been rolled out of the assembly dock at CMN’s shipyard in Cherbourg France. The development was confirmed by CMN on its official LinkedIn page. The vessel has now entered the final outfitting phase with specialists installing key systems including masts sensors and the 76-mm main gun mount. The BR71 Mk II is an evolution of the Baynunah-class corvettes previously
SAS Adam Kok III Completes First Operation CORONA (Maritime) Patrol
The SAS Adam Kok III (AMKK) has completed its maiden Operation CORONA (Maritime) deployment after departing Simon’s Town on 21 November 2025 under the Joint Tactical Headquarters Western Cape. Declared combat-ready in October, the vessel conducted maritime border-safeguarding patrols along South Africa’s West Coast with a focus on deterrence, surveillance and joint law-enforcement operations alongside the SANDF, SAPS and the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment. While the ship patrolled offshore, the SA
Department of Defence Responds to SA Navy Chief’s Remarks
The Department of Defence has expressed concern regarding comments made by Vice Admiral Monde Lobese, Chief of the South African Navy, during the SA Navy Gala Dinner held over the past weekend. Vice Admiral Lobese, a senior member of the Military Command, reportedly made statements that were viewed as casting aspersions on the leadership of government. In response, the Minister of Defence described the remarks as inappropriate, disingenuous and unfortunate, particularly given that
China Commissions Third Aircraft Carrier
China officially commissioned its third and most advanced aircraft carrier, the Type 003 Fujian into the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) on 5 November 2025. The ceremony held at a naval port in Sanya, Hainan Province was attended by Chinese President Xi Jinping. The Fujian marks a major milestone as China’s first fully domestically designed and constructed aircraft carrier, underscoring the country’s accelerating military modernisation and its ambition to build a blue-water navy
SANDF deploys search and rescue team to assist flood-affected areas in Mozambique
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) continues to provide critical humanitarian assistance to flood-affected communities following widespread flooding caused by persistent heavy rainfall across the region. Severe weather over the past two weeks has resulted in rising water levels and extensive damage in parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces where SANDF search and rescue teams remain actively engaged in evacuation and relief operations. As part of its ongoing regional support efforts, the
Botswana Defence Force Strengthens C-130 Capability with US Support
The Botswana Defence Force (BDF) has reinforced its airlift capabilities following the delivery of a substantial consignment of C-130 aircraft maintenance parts from the United States Government. This handover represents a significant milestone in the longstanding defence collaboration between the two nations and underscores their shared commitment to regional security and operational readiness. The handover ceremony took place at the VIP Squadron at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, where United States Ambassador to
Celebrating 25 Years of AAD — A Gateway to Global Defence and Aerospace Collaboration
This year marked a significant milestone for one of Africa’s premier defence and aerospace events as Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) celebrated 25 remarkable years of connecting industry, government and military stakeholders from around the world. The milestone was proudly commemorated with the official launch of AAD2026, officiated by South Africa’s Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Ms Angie Motshekga. The celebration took place at Air Force Base Waterkloof on the evening of
19 Squadron Conducts Multiple Night Rescue Operations Amid Severe Limpopo Flooding
The South African Air Force’s 19 Squadron once again demonstrated its critical role in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief when it conducted multiple rescue operations during severe flooding in Limpopo Province in mid-January 2026. On Wednesday 14 January 2026 at approximately 22:00 19 Squadron responded to a rescue call-out from Kambakull Lodge near Phalaborwa after rising floodwaters cut off access to the facility. The flooding was caused by sustained heavy rainfall and inclement
Burkina Faso boosts firepower with new Chinese armoured vehicles and artillery
Hanwha steps up: New turboprop engine to power South Korea’s next-gen UAVs
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