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Kishugu Keeps Flying as Tefla Takes Over | Johannesburg News
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A massive R1.8 billion fire-fighting contract in South Africa has landed with Tefla Group — a company lacking the critical skills, staff, and equipment to run it. The previous operator, Kishugu Group, which has managed the program for over two decades, lost the bid but is now stepping in as an interim partner to keep operations running smoothly — handling aerial firefighting, ground fleets, and training under Tefla’s management. The department claims they weren’t aware of this subcontracting arrangement, while civil rights group AfriForum raises alarms over Tefla’s readiness. Kishugu insists their priority is safeguarding South Africa’s fire response amid looming “super El Nino” conditions, ready to support the transition until at least early 2028.
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