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SA Hosts Defense Industry Conference to Strengthen Sector's Capabilities: Correspondent

SA Hosts Defense Industry Conference to Strengthen Sector's Capabilities: Correspondent

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SA Hosts Defense Industry Conference to Strengthen Sector's Capabilities: CorrespondentThe Defense Industry Lekgotla brings together government and industry... 20.07.2026, Sputnik Africa

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SA Hosts Defense Industry Conference to Strengthen Sector's Capabilities: CorrespondentThe Defense Industry Lekgotla brings together government and industry leaders, representatives of the SA National Defense Force, experts, and state institution officials to identify and address challenges within the sector, a Sputnik Africa correspondent reported.Parks Tau, Minister of Trade and Industry, highlighted South Africa's standing in the field: "South Africa retains capability across air, sea, land, cyber, and space domains," adding that this expertise has earned the country international recognition.Angie Motshekga, Minister of Defense and Military Veterans, emphasized the critical need to upskill young professionals, stating it is essential to "invest in the confidence of future generations."The event is taking place from Monday to Wednesday in Pretoria.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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