The Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) has expressed disapproval of the suspended Denel Dynamics CEO, Mr. Sello Ntsihlele’s attempts to disrupt attention from his ongoing internal disciplinary process. Ntsihlele has made unfounded allegations against Minister Pravin Gordhan and the department, trying to involve them in the matter.
On May 12, 2023, Deputy Minister of Public Enterprises, Obed Bapela, conducted an inspection of two StateOwned Enterprises (SOEs): Denel Land Systems (DLS) and Pretoria Metal Pressings (PMP). The purpose of the visit was to provide the Deputy Minister with an indepth view of the facilities and gain insight into the opportunities that the South African arms and technology manufacturer, Denel, offers. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the tour.