Defence deputy minister urges new funding model for military infrastructure [SOUND]

# Defence and Military Veterans deputy minister Bantu Holomisa has called for greater collaboration between the public and private sectors to modernise the South African National Defence Force and address critical funding shortages. Speaking at the defence industry lekgotla in Pretoria, Holomisa said innovative partnerships could help upgrade military infrastructure, housing, equipment and technology without compromising national security. He also proposed developing a practical action plan to identify priority projects and attract investment: