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Electromagnetic pulse threat assessment not done

20 Feb 2013

Parliament has been  told that the Ministry of Defence, Justice and Security has not done any assessment on the potential threat posed by Electromagnetic Pulses on National Security.

Answering a question on February 19, Minister Dikgakgamatso Seretse said electronic pulses could cripple electronic systems and services such as water and electricity and other services dependent on electronic systems.

Gaborone West North MP, Mr Robert Masitara had asked the minister if he had done any assessment on the potential threat posed by Electromagnetic Pulses on National Security. ENDS

Source : BOPA

Author : BOPA

Location : GABORONE

Event : Parliament

Date : 20 Feb 2013