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04/01/2025

By manufacturing the F-15A locally, Algeria aims to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers while enhancing its ability to maintain and upgrade its fleet. The initiative also aligns with broader national objectives to strengthen Algeria’s defense industry.

Algerian Defense Ministry announces plans to begin building Chinese Type 056 (F-15A) corvettes at local shipyards. This move follows the delivery of the first vessel, El Moutassadi (hull number 940…

04/01/2025

The Egyptian Air Force is a major operator of AH-64 Apache attack helicopters in the Delta or “D” variant. Their acquisition dates back to the mid-1990s when the first order was placed.

The US government has authorized the potential sale of a significant batch of AGM-114R Hellfire missiles for the Egyptian Air Force’s fleet of AH-64 Apache attack helicopters. This is accordi…

04/01/2025

The military junta in Burkina Faso received delivery of at least 100 Chinese-manufactured armoured vehicles, including 50 Norinco CS/VP14 MRAPs, 30 Norinco VN22 6×6 wheeled armoured fighting vehicles, and 10 Norinco CS/VN9 6×6 armoured personnel carriers.

The military junta in Burkina Faso has taken delivery of a large quantity of Chinese-manufactured armored vehicles. According to official information, the military junta in Burkina Faso has receive…

04/01/2025

In a detailed interview with Military Africa prior to the multinational Exercise Aman scheduled for February, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) of the Pakistan Navy, elaborated on Pakistan’s naval engagements with African nations .

The Pakistan Navy is actively seeking to expand its international maritime relationships, focusing on fostering cooperation through staff talks and regular ship visits. This initiative is part of P…

04/01/2025

As a multi-mission aircraft, the A-29 Super Tucano provides versatility for armed reconnaissance, close air support, light attack, and advanced training missions on a single platform, which increases the aircraft’s availability and operational flexibility

Embraer’s A-29 Super Tucano continues to accumulate orders in Africa, capturing a large share of the light attack and manned intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) market. The Brazilia…

04/01/2025

The Moroccan air force are said to be in advanced discussions with aircraft manufacturer Hongdu Aviation Industry Corporation (HAIC) for the acquisition of the Hongdu L-15 Falcon fighters.

The Moroccan Air Force is exploring the option of replacing its aging Franco-German Assault Alpha jets with the Chinese L-15 light attack and trainer aircraft According to local news media, Le Desk…

04/01/2025

The Kenyan armed forces have recently received at least six Bayraktar TB2 drones from Turkish Baykar. These advanced unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were spotted in a military hangar in Kenya, displaying the Kenyan flag on their inverted V stabilators.

The Kenyan armed forces have recently received at least six Bayraktar TB2 drones from Turkey. These advanced unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were spotted in a military hangar in Kenya, displaying t…

29/12/2024

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26/12/2024

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24/12/2024

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24/12/2024

The acquisition of these drones is part of a broader trend of increasing UAS adoption by armed forces globally, including in Africa. Nigeria has been actively investing in drone technology, procuring systems from various countries..

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The Nigerian government has significantly bolstered its military capabilities by procuring 43 drones as part of Project Guardian, aimed at addressing security challenges in the North-West region. I…

24/12/2024

With the goal of strengthening a key partner in North Africa, the US government has authorized the possible sale of new AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM air-to-air missiles to equip the Moroccan Air Force’s F-16 Block 72 fighters and GBU-39B Small Diameter Bombs.

With the goal of strengthening a key partner in North Africa, the US government has authorized the possible sale of new AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM air-to-air missiles to equip the Moroccan Air Force’s F-16 …

24/12/2024

The South African Air Force (SAAF) faces shortages of reliable training aircraft and relies on FLOs (foreign learning opportunities) to keep up with the demand to have trained and skilled workforce in the aviation sphere.

In a major shift in its training strategy, the South African Air Force (SAAF) has officially terminated its agreement with Cuba for training cadets, citing incompatibility with local standards. Thi…

24/12/2024

The deal, estimated at $4.69 billion, is part of Egypt’s efforts to modernize its military capabilities while strengthening its strategic partnership with the United States.

The U.S. State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to Egypt for the refurbishment and upgrade of 555 M1A1 Abrams tanks, transforming them into the M1A1SA configuration. The de…

24/12/2024

This recent development is significant as it appears to be the first Emirati admission of supplying the RSF.

The UAE’s involvement in Sudan highlights a broader pattern in this sheikhdom’s foreign policy in the last decade:

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has ceased supplying weapons to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan, following objections from the United States. This decision was communicated by the White Hous…

24/12/2024

Israel’s extensive lobbying efforts have led Berlin to reconsider the sale of two Type-209 attack submarines to Egypt.

The Egyptian Navy is undergoing a significant period of capability growth, particularly in its naval warfare capabilities. As part of its modernization efforts, Egypt has been seeking to replace it…

21/12/2024

The site is part of Türkiye’s ambitions in the space race, typically dominated by major global powers. In early 2021, it unveiled a 10-year space road map, which envisages missions to the moon, building a spaceport and developing viable satellite systems

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Turkey is building a facility to launch rockets from Somalia, the Horn of Africa nation’s president said, boosting Ankara’s long-range rocket testing program. A few months ago, it was announced tha…

21/12/2024

It is clear that military drones are becoming an increasingly important tool for African armed forces.

The Nigerian government has significantly bolstered its military capabilities by procuring 43 drones as part of Project Guardian, aimed at addressing security challenges in the North-West region. I…