The African country is also interested in acquiring the larger C295 model, for which it seeks to reach an agreement with Madrid The Nigerian military procurement authorities have opted for the purchase of four CN235-220 multirole aircraft from the Indonesian company PT Dirgantara (PTDI). The CN235 model is a joint development of the Spanish company […]
Maldives; Coast Guard inducts TB2 Drones
Following India’s withdrawal request of its forces from its territory, the Maldives has announced the acquisition of the Bayraktar TB2 drone from Turkey to monitor its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). The Maldivian government plans to deploy the Bayraktar TB2 drone, developed by the Turkish company Baykar Technology, to surveil its 900,000 square kilometer EEZ, enhancing […]
Sudan; Army orders Iranian Mohajer-6 attack drones
On February 29, 2024, Semafor reported, citing American and Arab officials, that Iran has escalated its deliveries of attack drones to the Sudanese military. This development signifies a deepening of Tehran’s military involvement in Sudan. The drones, identified as the Mohajer-6 type, are designated for use by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) amidst the ongoing […]
Africa; Three states leave ECOWAS
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have left the most important West African regional bloc due to escalating tensions over their democratic decline, leaving room for Russia to assert itself in the region. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is arguably the most successful model of regional governance in Africa. Headquartered in Lagos, […]
Nigeria; Armed forces order 13 Turkish Yörük 4×4 armored vehicles
As reported by Military Africa on January 29, 2024, the Turkish company Nurol Makina recently signed a contract with Asisguard, another Turkish company specializing in electro-optical and border security systems. The contract entails the export of 13 Yörük 4×4 tactical protected vehicles, also known as NMS 4×4, to Nigeria as part of a larger border […]
Burkina Faso; Egypt delivers Buffalo E10 MRAP to the army
In December 2023, Burkina Faso, faced with security challenges posed by terrorist groups, acquired a new batch of mine-resistant and ambush-protected vehicles (MRAPs) from Egypt. These vehicles are the Buffalo E10, an upgraded version of the locally-produced Temsah-2 armored vehicle in Egypt. These 6×6 Buffalo E10 Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles, capable of carrying up […]
Senegal; Air Force selects South Korean KAI FA-50 Light Combat Aircraft
Senegal is making strides in bolstering its air capabilities with the acquisition of FA-50 Fighting Eagle light combat aircraft from South Korea, according to a report by Lionel Ekene in Military Africa. Although the exact number and total value of the aircraft remain undisclosed, it is rumored that Senegal has ordered up to four FA-50s […]
Morocco; Army mulls buy of 200 Turkish Kobra-2 armored recce vehicles
The Royal Armed Forces of Morocco (FAR, Forces Armées Royales) may bolster their military arsenal with the addition of 200 Cobra 2 armored vehicles from Otokar, a major Turkish defense manufacturer. This development, reported by Africa Intelligence, signifies a growing relationship between Morocco and the Turkish defense sector. However, it should be noted that although […]
Mozambique; Police operates Indian made MRAPS
According to information published on the X account (@HammerOfWar5) on January 14, 2024, the Mozambique police were seen using Indian-made Mahindra MPV-I mine-resistant ambush protected vehicles. Although neither country has issued a press release confirming the acquisition, Mozambique is seeking to increase its military capabilities, particularly by expanding its partnerships. Indeed, Mozambique’s security situation is […]
Côte d’Ivoire; Army displays new Chinese made VN22B AFVs
The China North Industries Group Corporation Limited (Norinco) has recently completed the delivery of an unspecified number of VN22B wheeled armored assault vehicles to Côte d’Ivoire. Images first released on Weibo and then on X (formerly Twitter) showed the arrival of a batch of these modern Chinese assault vehicles in Côte d’Ivoire, with at least […]