First published 10/11/2026, 2:31:15 PM UTC · Last updated 10/11/2026, 2:31:15 PM UTC

Denel records 15.8% increase in revenue

Denel reported a 15.8% revenue increase, from R1.272 billion to approximately R1.473 billion, and improved cash generated from operations. Its 2025/26 annual report also cited a business-opportunity pipeline exceeding R30 billion.

Illustrative image: Denel Dynamics Skua target drone on display at Africa Aerospace and Defence 2012, held at AFB Waterkloof, Pretoria, South Africa. — Darren Olivier/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0

Why it matters

The figures indicate improved revenue and operating cash for a state-owned company tasked with supporting South Africa’s sovereign defence capabilities.

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Categories: economy-and-trade, positive-progress

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Denel records 15.8% increase in revenue

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