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South Africaโ€™s defence leadership is under intense scrutiny after a public clash between Defence Minister Angie Motshekga and the Chief of the South African Navy, Monde Lobese.

Vice Admiral Lobese sparked controversy after alleging that the continued underfunding of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) was deliberate, raising concerns about the future of the military and suggesting a possible agenda to privatise defence capabilities.

Speaking at the Navyโ€™s Prestige Charity Ball in Tshwane, Lobese criticised Cabinet-approved workforce reductions and questioned whether defence planning processes were being deliberately undermined.

In response, Minister Motshekga described the remarks as inappropriate and disingenuous, confirming that appropriate steps will be taken against the senior naval officer. The Department of Defence has distanced itself from the comments, stating they do not reflect official government policy.

The matter has also drawn political reaction, with Fikile Mbalula, Secretary-General of the African National Congress, criticising the Navy Chief for airing internal defence concerns publicly.

This developing story has reignited debate about SANDF funding, civil-military relations, and accountability at the highest levels of government.

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