Vision
To utilise our diplomatic partnerships with both Egypt and Jordan Armed Forces in enhancing sustainable peace and security in our regions.
Mandate
To enhance co-operation and partnerships between the South African Defence Ministry and Ministries of Defence for Egypt and Jordan on matters of common interest.
Services
The functions of the Defence Attaché Office in Egypt & Jordan entail the following:
- The Defence Attaché (DA) at the South African Embassy represents the South African Ministry of Defence and South African National Defence Force in Egypt and Jordan.
- To establish, enhance and maintain liaison with the Armed Forces of Egypt and Jordan.
- Represent Chief of the SA National Defence Force in order to enhance bilateral co-operation with both Armed Forces of the respective countries.
- To co-ordinate visits of the SA National Defence Force members to Egypt and Jordan.
- To provide support to delegations of the Armed Forces for Egypt and Jordan visiting South Africa.
- To identify and enhancing military training opportunities and co-operation with the host countries.
- To promote and provide support to the South African defence Industries, ito sharing and exchange of technological expertise.
- To continuously engage both countries in matters pertaining to instabilities in areas of responsibility.
FAQ
- Is SA a member of NATO? No.
- What is the percentage of females in the SANDF? Approximately 28%
- Do I need injections if travelling to South Africa? Yes, especially Yellow Fever. Please refer the SA Tourism details.
Defence industry
- AMSCOR
- AMD
- DENEL
- LAND SYSTEM SOUTH AFRICA
DEFENCE CONTACT DETAILS
South African Embassy Cairo, Egypt
Defence Office Egypt
Building No. 11, Road 200 Degla, Maadi
Tel: +202 2535 3020
Fax: +202 2521 3240
Contact Person/s
Captain (SAN) Dr O I Gasenewe
(Defence Attaché for Egypt and Jordan) Miss Marwa Hammad
(Defence Office Assistance) |
