Trump and African defence: could mean anything
Donald Trump’s historic victory has many consequences. A lot of them bad. But what would it mean for African defence?
South Africa’s comparative military disadvantage
JOHN STUPART takes a look at South Africa’s nearest budget-comparable military, their policy, ORBAT, and general function, and uses this to draw some stark lessons for the SANDF.
South African Air Force Capability 2016
On 13 September 2016 the South African Air Force hosted its annual Air Force Capability Demonstration (ACD).
Good Order at Sea: South Africa’s Plan B
With zero budget on the horizon to implement maritime security options as set out by the Defence Review, and a desperate need for a plan B, JOHN STUPART outlines one possibility.
Nothing fishy about Chinese vessels in South Africa
Confused about the apparent invasion of Chinese fishing vessels into South Africa? ADR provides some clarity to the ongoing concern.