All systems go for AAD Expo 2026
According to the AAD website, more than 300 exhibitors – local and international - are expected.
The Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) Expo 2026 will take place in Tshwane, marking its 13th edition and 25th anniversary. This bi-annual event will feature a three-day trade exhibition for defence and aerospace professionals, followed by a two-day public air show. A Youth Development Programme will engage students and graduates with the industries.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or drones are expected to be prominently featured. Key exhibitors include Denel, which will showcase missiles, UAVs, the Rooivalk attack helicopter, Badger infantry fighting vehicle, T5-52 truck-mounted 155 mm artillery system, and advanced ammunition capabilities. Paramount, a South African aerospace and defence group, will launch a light armoured military vehicle and display advanced land systems and aerospace portfolio.
The AAD 2026 Conference, organized by Defenceweb, will bring together military leaders, policymakers, industry, researchers, and technology innovators to discuss the future of African defence. GA-ATS, a German aircraft manufacturer, will bring its newly launched Do228 NXT twin-turboprop aircraft to Africa, following its unveiling in Germany.
More than 300 exhibitors from local and international sources are expected to participate, with delegations from about 50 countries, including India, Brazil, China, Türkiye, France, and the United Arab Emirates, attending the expo.
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