According to information published by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers on May 29, 2024, the shipyard has successfully completed the refit of the Seychelles Coast Guard Patrol Ship Zoroaster (SCG PS Zoroaster) impressive 30 days ahead of schedule. The refurbishment included upgrades to navigation systems, hull repairs, machinery overhauls, and the installation of state-of-the-art equipment […]
CONGO DRC; Air Force inducts three more Chinese CH-4 attack UAVs
According to Military Africa on May 20, 2024, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) received three additional CH-4 Rainbow drones from China. These medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) drones will be deployed to the eastern region of the country to support military operations against the M23 rebels and the Rwanda Defence Force. This delivery follows an initial […]
Nigeria; Army receives initial batch of indigenously upgraded Mengshi Light Armored Vehicles
Equipment Protective Applications International Limited (Epail), a Nigerian defense contractor, has delivered 20 new light armored vehicles to the Nigerian Army. These vehicles were showcased during the 24th Combat Service Support Training Week at Abalti Barracks in Lagos. The handover ceremony, attended by officials including the representative of the Minister of Defense and the Permanent […]
Niger; Russia expands military presence after NATO forces exit
The departure of French and American troops from Niger creates an opportunity for the Russians to replace them. The Russians aim to clearly counter the West and reduce its influence in the Sahel, West Africa, and elsewhere on the African continent. The French were naturally the first to face difficulties in the Sahel. Their exit […]
Equatorial-Guinea; China modernizes armed forces
The Equatorial Guinean Armed Forces (FAGE) have begun incorporating the first Chinese-made aircraft into their arsenal. The former Spanish colony has an air fleet that comes mainly from the Soviet era, so the reception of two Harbin Z-9WE armed helicopters of Chinese origin is a milestone in the history of the country’s defense. These devices […]
Nigeria; 2nd 76-M Offshore patrol vessel launched in Turkey
According to information published by Dearsan Shipyard on April 11, 2024, the Turkish firm successfully launched the second of two 76-meter Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) for the Nigerian Navy. The event was marked by the presence of notable attendees such as Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Nigerian Defense Minister Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle. The […]
Senegal; Navy to receive OPV 58 S vessels from France
According to a PR published by Piriou on April 16, 2024, the Piriou Group delivers the third and final Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) 58 S, named CAYOR, to the Senegalese Armed Forces in Concarneau, France. The delivery ceremony saw the presence of dignitaries including His Excellency El Hadji Magatte Seye, the Ambassador of Senegal to […]
Morocco; France approves transfer 30 Mirage 2000 from UAE
After being suspended for three years, France “has agreed” to the transfer of 30 Mirage 2000 -9s from the UAE (United arab Emirates) to Morocco. This decision, according to North African sources, was made after much hesitation by Emmanuel Macron’s administration, motivated by a desire to repurchase them to deliver to Ukraine. However, after their […]
Burkina Faso; Air Force unveils Turkish Akinci drones
Burkina Faso unveiled its new long-range combat drone, Akinci, on April 8, 2024, marking a significant development in its efforts to enhance defense capabilities against regional terrorist and insurgent groups. The two Akinci drones, presented to the military during a ceremony presided over by the head of the junta, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, are part of […]
Kenya; Army commissions Springbuck Armored Vehicles From South-Africa
The Kenyan government has acquired a series of Springbuck armored personnel carriers from DCD Protected Mobility. The first fleet of these advanced vehicles was inaugurated and deployed on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, by Kithure Kindiki, the Minister of Interior and Secretary of the Cabinet for Interior and National Administration, marking the start of Operation Maliza […]