5.2.2 The Committee re-iterates that, in order for the SANDF to effectively undertake the monitoring and patrolling of the borderline, a sufficient number of soldiers has to be deployed to conduct foot, air and vehicle patrols. The SANDF's readiness to patrol the border largely depends on the rejuvenation of the Defence Force to ensure that appropriately skilled and young soldiers are trained and ready for deployment. A comprehensive progress report on the implementation of Operation Corona, including a frank needs assessment and implementation challenges should be submitted to Parliament within three months of publication of this report.