# The National Conventional Arms Control Committee has authorised 64 contracting permits involving 27 countries, worth 17.8-billion-rand, during the first quarter of 2026. Justice and Constitutional Development deputy minister and Committee deputy chairperson, Andries Nel, announced approval of 86 munitions export permits valued at 855-million-rand, 76 import permits worth 82-million-rand, and 29 dual-use export permits valued at 172-million-rand. He says the committee remains committed to transparent arms control, accountability and compliance with domestic and international law.
Arms Control Committee approves R17.8-billion in defence contracts