WATCH | Cogta Minister Hlabisa talks on rethinking SA's approach to disasters

JOHANNESBURG - Modernisation is necessary for South Africa's disaster management system to work effectively.

That's according to Cogta Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa.

Like many other countries, South Africa is at the mercy of natural disasters.

Minister Hlabisa says effective disaster management is key to dealing with crisis.

He says effective preparation helps minimise the damage.

He shares his thoughts in the video above.