South Africa’s military in the fourth industrial revolution
By Bhaso Ndzendze on 17 February 2021
South Africa’s military is unprepared for the fourth industrial revolution (4IR) but there are several opportunities to be taken advantage of. This will require a broadened understanding of national security given the increasingly blurred lines between civilian and battleground contexts.
Governments worldwide are engaged in economic policies meant to curb the shocks of widespread automation due to the 4IR. In their strategies, countries such as India, South Korea and Japan seek to ensure that smart factories are safe and efficient, while the EU has also led in terms of developing the ethics and other emerging technologies that will guide the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI).
DSCT, SA Navy hold blessing ceremony for first new inshore patrol vessel
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Damen: South African Navy’s 1st new inshore patrol vessel christened February 17, 2021, by Naida Hakirevic
On 12 February 2021, the South African Navy (SAN) held a blessing ceremony of the first of three Project BIRO multi-mission inshore patrol vessels (MMIPVs) at Damen Shipyards Cape Town (DSCT).
Due to the situation surrounding the coronavirus pandemic, the navy decided to organize only a small-scale event.
During the ceremony, the vessel was blessed and a bottle of champagne was broken over the bow as is the custom. The South African flag was raised on the newbuild which was cheered by its crew.
Photo: Damen
“Despite the low-key nature of the event, this remains a momentous occasion – the blessing of the first of these three important vessels that we are building in Africa for Africa,”
South Africa s military in the fourth industrial revolution
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