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Friday, August 23, 2013

SA Navy short of ships

SAS Queen ModjadjiThe SA Navy is not adequately equipped, despite the multi-billion rand arms deal, the Seriti Commission of Inquiry heard on Thursday.

More vessels should be added to the national fleet, which currently includes four frigates and three submarines, Rear Admiral Robert Higgs said on his second day on the witness stand at the commission, sitting in Pretoria.

"In my judgement, the SA Navy needs more. It is often much better and cost-effective to buy new. The best deal for us would be to build local as [much] as possible. That would help stimulate the economy.

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