ATM says underfunded Defence Force leaves SA vulnerable to growing threats [SOUND]

# The African Transformation Movement says the South African National Defence Force is underfunded and unprepared to deal with growing threats. The party believes the recent deployment to the Democratic Republic of Congo exposed the dangers of sending poorly equipped soldiers into conflict zones. It warns of rising threats like crime, terrorism, and illegal immigration. ATM spokesperson Zama Ntshona blames the ANC-led government of neglecting national defence, mismanaging resources, and failing to protect citizens and sovereignty: