Nigerian Army receives DICON Vanquisher and Arquus Dagger light tactical vehicles
The Nigerian Army has received two different types of armoured vehicles to enhance its tactical mobility. The vehicles are Vanquisher...
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AFRICOM evaluating “Curtain Call” swarm counter-drone system
The U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) is evaluating a new counter-drone system called Curtain Call that uses synchronised swarms of small...
Missile strike targeted Ghana peacekeepers in Lebanon
On Friday, March 6, 2026, a missile strike targeted the headquarters of the Ghanaian United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon...
Ghana Air Force receives first Airbus H175 helicopter
The Ghana Air Force announced on March 5, 2026, the arrival of its first Airbus H175 helicopter at the Air...
Terra, DICON engineering Nigeria’s Autonomous defence future
On February 23, 2026, the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) and Terra Industries entered into a Memorandum of Understanding...
Milkor unveils Frontier XL High Mobility Light Tactical Vehicle
The landscape of modern desert warfare demands a specific set of mechanical attributes: high thermal tolerance, superior ground clearance, and...
Nigerian Navy launches Marine Corps, deploys operational battalion
On February 27, 2026, the Nigerian Navy reached a pivotal juncture in its operational history with the formal induction of...
South African defence budget shrinks despite Govt’s promises
During the Armed Forces Day address in Thohoyandou on February 21, 2026, President Cyril Ramaphosa issued a direct pledge to...
19 nations participate in Exercise Cutlass Express 2026
The strategic maritime corridors of the Indian Ocean, the Red Sea, and the Gulf of Aden remain critical arteries for...
Hensoldt South Africa expands strategic presence at WDS 2026
The World Defence Show (WDS) 2026, held from February 8 to 12 in Riyadh, served as a primary venue for...
Terra Industries and AIC Steel partner for Saudi security manufacturing
On February 10, 2026, the Nigerian defence technology firm Terra Industries announced a strategic partnership with AIC Steel to establish...
US Special Operations Personnel Arrive in Nigeria
The United States Department of Defence is deploying approximately 200 military personnel to Nigeria to enhance local counter-terrorism capabilities. This...
New Denel Board appointed to lead sector recovery
On Thursday 12 February 2026, Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga announced the appointment of a new Board...
Turkey, Egypt expands military presence in Somalia
Regional security dynamics in the Horn of Africa reached a pivotal turning point on February 11, 2026, as Somali President...
Paramount Group, Ukraine’s MAC HUB launches production of Mbombe 4 armoured vehicle
Paramount Group, the Midrand-based defence and aerospace manufacturer, has positioned itself as a notable player in this evolving market. By...
AOI showcase drones, artillery, EW solutions in Saudi Arabia, secure sales
The third edition of the World Defense Show in Riyadh serves as a backdrop for a major shift in the...
Egypt, Turkey signs $350 arms and joint production deal
The defence landscape of the Eastern Mediterranean and North Africa is undergoing a notable transformation as Turkey and Egypt formalise...
Morocco evaluates South Korean K2 Black Panther main battle tank
Reports from mid-January 2026 indicate that Morocco has entered a formal evaluation phase for the acquisition of up to 400...
South African Sea Serpent USV Enters Service with Saudi Arabian Client
The delivery of the Sea Serpent unmanned surface vessel (USV) to a Saudi Arabian client in early February 2026 marks...
Tunisia Accepts Additional C-130H Hercules from US Inventory
On January 13, 2026, the Tunisian Air Force officially integrated another Lockheed Martin C-130H Hercules into its fleet, following a...
CSIR and Denel Partner to Advance South African Defence Technology
On Wednesday, 14 January 2026, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and Denel signed a memorandum of understanding...