Africa Conflicts
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After Defeating December Coup, Nigeria Keeps Troops in Benin Through Inauguration
The Nigerian Army confirmed on 26 May 2026 that it deployed a company of soldiers to the Republic of Benin in April 2026, covering the country’s presidential election and the […]
Nigeria seeks used German H145M military helicopters and support on Sahel security
Diplomatic relations between Nigeria and Germany have reached a 65 years’ milestone, marked by a recent strategic dialogue between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. During a […]
Grammy-winning director explores his Nigerian grandfather's role in the Biafran war
Filmmaker Meji Alabi directs a landmark BBC Africa Eye documentary about Nigeria's civil war.
Brazil monitors two patients for possible Ebola infection
If confirmed, they would be the first infection cases outside Africa, since the outbreak began in DR Congo.
Nigerian retired general abducted with his wife in the north-west
Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar's kidnapping highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.
France and Algeria Move to Repair Relations After Two Years of Diplomatic Tension
A meeting between French Armed Forces Minister Alice Rufo and Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune marked the most concrete step yet in restoring ties severed by a dispute over Western Sahara […]
South Africa’s SVI Engineering Reveals New Six-Wheeled Tactical Vehicle
The MAX Recon is a militarized, heavily armoured derivative of the Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series, designed for reconnaissance, fire support, and rapid-response operations. South African vehicle manufacturer SVI Engineering […]
Russia’s Rostec unveils Government Data Platform “Sovereignty” for allies
The system, named “Sovereignty,” is designed to centralize national-scale data management and is being marketed to countries in Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America. Russia’s state-owned industrial conglomerate Rostec has […]
Ethiopia is heading to the polls, but not everyone can vote
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party is expected to dominate the election as conflicts overshadow the vote.
'Gifts' from a lover and 'botched' cocaine raids: Police inquiry grips South Africa
South Africa's Madlanga Commission hears about Brazilian butt lift bribe denials and alleged drug heists.
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Transnational terror groups know how to find weak spots on the map. They look for regions that are isolated because countries do not cooperate militarily or share intelligence. They move along lightly guarded borders. They seek out people who feel underserved and forgotten by their government. They
‘We Stand at a Digital Crossroads’
Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu of Ethiopia, executive secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), addressed the Regional Consultative Seminar on Harnessing Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity for Security, Cooperation, and Resilience in Nairobi, Kenya, on June 18, 2025. His remar
Abula - Nigeria's indigenous game with lofty ambitions
Abula, a Nigerian sport inspired by the Yoruba concept of a balanced meal, aims to grow from a local pastime into an internationally recognised game.
Eight students arrested in Kenya after suspected deadly school arson attack
Sixteen pupils died in the fire that ripped through a dormitory while they were asleep.
Kenya court halts opening of US Ebola quarantine facility in the country
A 50-bed isolation unit in Kenya for US citizens was due to open on Friday, a US official said.
Spanish Navy vessel FUROR in Ivory Coast
The Spanish Navy offshore patrol vessel (BAM) FUROR (P-46) concluded a strategic 8-day port call in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, on April 21, 2026. The vessel arrived in Abidjan on April […]
Nigerian Army to integrate drones and combat aviation into operations to counter asymmetric threats
The Nigerian Army is formalizing the integration of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and dedicated combat aviation into its frontline operations to counter asymmetric threats in the country. During the recent […]
Cybercrime Crackdown Leads To 1,200 Arrests Across 18 Countries
Authorities arrested 1,209 cybercriminals and recovered $97.4 million in a major crackdown involving investigators from 18 African countries, the United Kingdom and Interpol. The operation, named Serengeti 2.0, ran from June to August 2025 and tackled high-impact cybercrimes such as business email c
ECOWAS Works to Establish Counterterrorism Brigade
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) plans to activate a 260,000-troop rapid deployment counterterrorism brigade to help fight terrorism in the subregion. “This bold initiative has become necessary given the asymmetric security dynamics in our region,” said Abdel-Fatau Musah, ECOWA
Regional Terror Threat Stresses Need for Military Logistics
As terrorist groups continue to expand beyond the Sahel, countries throughout West Africa are emphasizing the importance of logistical cooperation to rapidly deploy and support troops. The growing threat of al-Qaida and Islamic State group affiliates loomed over the 2025 West Africa Logistics Confer
SAHA 2026: Nigeria’s DICON-D7G showcases indigenous growing weapons in Turkey
The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) and its joint venture partner D7G Nigeria Limited unveiled its locally manufactured military hardware at the SAHA Defence and Aerospace Exhibition 2026 in […]
Fire, Steel and Code: EFES-2026 and the Maturity of Turkey’s Integrated Defence Industrial Model
From swarm drone attacks on an Aegean mountainside to AI-driven unmanned ground vehicles and a naval combat management ecosystem that spans sea, air and cyber — the EFES-2026 exercise was […]
Russia Deepens Africa Arms Ties as Rosoboronexport Eyes $20 Billion Continent Push
Russia’s state defence export agency, Rosoboronexport, is pressing ahead with a sweeping expansion of military-technical cooperation across Africa, leveraging the momentum of the Russia–Africa Summit format and a dense network […]
Ghana welcomes Pope's apology over Catholic Church's role in slavery
The West African nation was one of the main gateways for the transatlantic slave trade.
First Ghanaians set to be repatriated from South Africa over anti-immigrant protests
It follows recent protests that have led to fears there could be a resurgence in xenophobic violence.
Air Chiefs Discuss Humanitarian Assistance, Disaster Response
During the 2026 African Air Chiefs Symposium (AACS), more than 30 military leaders discussed ways to harmonize efforts to counter insurgencies and strengthen humanitarian assistance and disaster response. Throughout the event, the chiefs discussed enhancing regional security and interoperability and
Organized Crime and Corruption Drive Violence in Nigeria
A United Nations official warned that corruption and organized crime drive violence and terrorism in Nigeria as he introduced a five-year plan to bolster the nation’s criminal justice system, rule of law and judicial access. Cheikh Toure, Nigeria’s country representative for the U.N. Office on Drugs
JNIM, Islamic State Group Clash in Niger
Niger’s southwestern Tillaberi and Dosso regions have become host to the latest turf war between Sahelian terror groups Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) and the Islamic State Sahel Province (IS Sahel). In recent weeks, the two groups have attacked each other repeatedly as each seeks to es
Explosive Remnants of War Litter Sudan’s Capital
The red triangular signs point downward and warn civilians to stay away with a skull and crossbones above the words DANGER MINES. They are a familiar sight in Khartoum, the shattered capital of war-torn Sudan. As one of the biggest early battlefields in a civil war that broke out more than three yea
Libya ‘Central Node’ in RSF’s War Machine
New reporting on Colombian mercenaries in Sudan’s civil war shows how outside forces have prolonged the conflict and eroded regional stability. With the help of a Libyan militia called the Subul al-Salam Battalion, Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group used southern Libya as a transi
Houthi Technology Transfer Fuels Violence in Somalia
Yemen’s Houthi rebels and Somalia’s al-Shabaab terrorist group are separated by the narrow Gulf of Aden. Their emerging collaboration to exchange intelligence, weapons and technical expertise presents a threat to East Africa and its maritime zone. It’s a relationship that is evolving in dangerous wa
Questions Surround Chinese Trawlers Fined, Released in South Africa
Publicly accessible data shows that four Chinese fishing trawlers were not fined for apparent illegal fishing and transshipments at sea near South Africa after being detained by authorities in early March. The Zhong Yang 231, Zhong Yang 232, Zhong Yang 233 and Zhong Yang 239 initially were found ope
Mercenaries in Mali Come With High Cost, Few Results
Mali’s ruling junta has paid nearly $1 billion to Russian mercenaries since 2021 in an effort to stop the spread of Islamic terrorists and Tuareg rebels. However, analysts say it’s unclear what the country has gotten for its money. Years of Russian brutality, including the 2023 Moura massacre of 300
South African president mounts legal challenge against report that could lead to impeachment
Cyril Ramaphosa argues that the authors of the report "misconceived" their mandate.
Senegal's sacked PM Sonko elected parliamentary Speaker in challenge to president
As speaker, Sonko could use his position to challenge the policies of the president, his one-time ally.
DR Congo seek World Cup ticket refunds after Ebola outbreak
DR Congo fans hoping to watch their side's return to the World Cup face a major hurdle as the US imposes travel restrictions following the latest Ebola outbreak.
Ebola needs swift response to prevent catastrophe - DR Congo governor
The governor of Ituri said the more time they lose, the closer the province is to disaster.
Police fire shots in air to disperse angry crowds at DR Congo Ebola treatment centre
Unrest between crowds trying to reclaim the bodies of suspected Ebola cases and authorities have continued.
Three killed in Uganda after crashing into elephant
Four people were also injured in the incident inside Murchison Falls National Park, officials say.
Senegal's leadership row mounts as parliament speaker resigns
Some speculate that El Malick Ndiaye stepped down so that ousted-PM Ousmane Sonko can take his place.
Kenya police shake up president's protection team after security breach
A man managed to evade security and embrace William Ruto before being wrestled to the ground.
Morocco wants tourists to visit Western Sahara. Some say it's tightening its control
The Moroccan government wants more Western holidaymakers to visit the territory it claims to own.
Mamelodi Sundowns win African Champions League title
South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns clinch their second African Champions League title with a 2-1 aggregate win over Moroccan club AS FAR in the final.
Turkey provides tanks and training to Somalia’s elite Gorgor Commandos
The Turkish Armed Forces are expanding their military training program for Somalia’s elite Gorgor Commandos to incorporate heavy armor and main battle tanks. The specialized instruction marks a shift from […]
Ebola outbreak poses massive challenges, warns nurse
Kate White says she is "extremely concerned about the inability to get resources" to the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Growing European interest in AFRIDEX 2026, as key international defence engagement
European defence, aerospace and security companies are showing strong and increasing interest in AFRIDEX 2026, with 46% of confirmed exhibitors currently originating from across Europe. The level of European participation […]
Akinci drones clash over Sudan, one shot down with ROKETSAN EREN AI-Guided Munition
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) conducted the first documented drone-on-drone aerial interception in history this month, using a Turkish-built Bayraktar Akıncı to shoot down another Akıncı suspected of being operated […]
East Africa wants to curb imports of used clothes. But it's not easy
Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are major importers of used garments from the West and China.
Red Cross volunteers die from suspected Ebola in DR Congo
They are thought to have caught the virus before the outbreak was identified, the Red Cross says.
Electronic music meets orchestra as South Africa's DJ Black Coffee stuns UK crowds
In London for one night only ahead of his Ibiza residency, this sell-out show represented far more than just a performance.