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Analyse The Impact Of Global Aspects On Southern African Military Related Affairs Training

SAQA US 119920 | NQF 6 | Credits 8 | Duration 5 Days
From $1,242 per delegate

Description

This course equips military professionals and defence analysts with the skills to assess how global political, economic, and strategic developments influence Southern African military affairs. Learners will critically evaluate international trends such as peacekeeping mandates, arms control regimes, and regional security cooperation, enabling them to integrate global perspectives into operational planning and policy advice.

Learning Outcomes

  • Analyse the influence of global political and economic trends on Southern African military strategy and operations.
  • Evaluate the impact of international legal frameworks (e.g., UN, AU) on regional peacekeeping and security missions.
  • Apply systems thinking to assess how global terrorism, cyber threats, and transnational crime affect Southern African defence.
  • Compare the military doctrines of major global powers and their implications for regional alliances.
  • Assess the role of arms control and non-proliferation treaties in shaping Southern African defence policies.
  • Formulate recommendations for adapting Southern African military affairs to evolving global security dynamics.

Target Audience

This course is designed for military officers, defence force planners, intelligence analysts, and civilian staff within the Southern African defence sector who require a comprehensive understanding of global impacts on regional military affairs.

Prerequisites

None — open enrollment.

Course Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Globalisation and Military Affairs

Objectives:
• Define globalisation and its key dimensions (political, economic, social, technological).
• Explain the relevance of globalisation to Southern African military affairs.
• Identify major global actors and institutions influencing regional security.
• Describe the concept of military interdependence in a globalised world.

Topics:
• Introduction to globalisation: definitions and historical context.
• Dimensions of globalisation: political, economic, social, technological.
• Global actors: UN, AU, NATO, BRICS, and their roles.
• Southern Africa in the global security landscape.
• Military interdependence: alliances, coalitions, and joint operations.
• Overview of global security threats: terrorism, cyber threats, pandemics.

Day 2: Geopolitical and Economic Impacts on Southern African Military Affairs

Objectives:
• Analyse how geopolitical shifts affect regional security dynamics.
• Evaluate the economic implications of global trade and sanctions on defence.
• Understand the role of natural resources in regional conflicts.
• Assess the impact of foreign military assistance and arms trade.

Topics:
• Geopolitical hotspots: Middle East, Asia, and their influence on Africa.
• Economic globalisation: trade dependencies, sanctions, and defence budgets.
• Natural resource competition: oil, minerals, and water security.
• Foreign military presence and bases in Africa.
• Arms trade and technology transfer: implications for Southern Africa.
• Case study: SADC responses to regional conflicts.

Day 3: Technological and Information Warfare Impacts

Objectives:
• Examine the role of technology in modern warfare and its global spread.
• Analyse cyber threats and information warfare tactics affecting military operations.
• Understand the implications of space and drone technologies for regional defence.
• Evaluate the impact of social media and disinformation on military affairs.

Topics:
• Technological globalisation: cyber, AI, drones, and space.
• Cyber warfare: threats to national security and military infrastructure.
• Information warfare: propaganda, fake news, and psychological operations.
• Space security: satellite communications and surveillance.
• Defence technology transfer and local innovation in Southern Africa.
• Case study: Cyber attacks on African military networks.

Day 4: Legal, Ethical, and Human Security Dimensions

Objectives:
• Understand international law and its application to military operations.
• Analyse ethical challenges in global military engagements.
• Evaluate the impact of human rights and humanitarian law on military affairs.
• Assess the role of peacekeeping and regional security cooperation.

Topics:
• International humanitarian law: Geneva Conventions and rules of engagement.
• Ethical dilemmas: civilian protection, drone strikes, and mercenaries.
• Human security: refugees, child soldiers, and gender-based violence.
• Peacekeeping operations: UN and AU missions in Southern Africa.
• Regional security cooperation: SADC Standby Force and African Capacity for Immediate Response to Crises.
• Case study: Mozambique insurgency and regional response.

Day 5: Strategic Integration and Practical Application

Objectives:
• Synthesise global aspects into a coherent strategic framework for Southern African military affairs.
• Develop practical recommendations for policy and operational adaptation.
• Apply analytical skills to a real-world scenario or case study.
• Present findings and engage in peer review.

Topics:
• Strategic integration: linking global trends to national defence strategies.
• Policy recommendations for Southern African militaries.
• Scenario planning: responding to a global crisis affecting the region.
• Group exercise: developing a briefing on a selected global aspect.
• Presentation of group work and feedback.
• Course review and action planning for implementation.

Practicals

No practicals for this training.

This course is made up of exercises and case studies delivered alongside the theory — no separate practical sessions are required to complete it.

Summatives

Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course and a final summative test at the end.

Daily Exercises — 30%

Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 30% to the final total.

Final Test — 70%

On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 70% to the overall mark.

Final Total
Component Out of Weight
Daily Average (multiple choice) 100% 30%
Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice) 100% 70%
Final Total 100%

All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded to delegates who achieve an overall mark of 50% or higher on the Final Total (Daily Average 30% + Final Test 70%).

How it works
  • Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
  • Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
  • You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
  • If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.
Where to find it

Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.

Training Discounts

Group discounts apply automatically — the more delegates you enrol, the greater the saving. Discounts are calculated at 3% per 5 delegates, scaling up to 40% off for 100+ delegates.

Delegates Discount
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15 9% off
20 12% off
25 15% off
30 18% off
50 30% off
75 35% off
100 40% off

3% discount per 5 delegates, up to 40% off for 100+ delegates. Contact us for a custom group quote.

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