Africa’s defense sector is rapidly evolving, with nations modernizing their armed forces to counter insurgencies, terrorism, and regional instability. Increased investment, foreign partnerships, and indigenous production drive growth. Countries like Nigeria, Egypt, and South Africa lead advancements in military technology, procurement, and strategic alliances to bolster continental security and self-reliance.
Africa
Southern Angola was a tough place for air combat in Africa during the Cold War. The fight...
Recently, Algeria displayed the Iskander missile system while preparing for its Independence Day military parade. Photos from...
Russia has launched a major industrial project in West Africa. It is constructing a plant for the...
Two US soldiers are missing in Morocco during African Lion 2026, the largest annual US-led military exercise...
The Rafale jet is becoming a bit of a military aviation staple, but France is having a...
Morocco’s modernization of its military has run into a timing problem, not a strategic failure. Recent reports...
Djibouti doesn’t have much oil, minerals, or a big market at home. But it controls access to...
Turkey sent three T-129 ATAK attack helicopters to Somalia, giving them a new way to support ground...
Egypt has formally called off its arrangement with Russia for Su-35 fighter jets. This is a big...
Piracy off Somalia is reappearing inside a wider Red Sea crisis. That timing matters. When navies surge...