The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has recorded another major milestone in its ongoing fleet modernisation programme with the successful completion of the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for the first batch of three M-346 Fighter Attack (FA) aircraft at the Leonardo …

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has successfully completed the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for an additional three Leonardo AW109 Trekker Type B helicopters, marking another important milestone in the Service’s ongoing fleet modernisation programme aimed at enhancing Nigeria’s counter-terrorism …

The 13th Africa Security Symposium (ASEC 2026) concluded in Accra with a strong call for African nations to strengthen the continent’s security architecture through innovation, inclusive partnerships and practical cooperation, reinforcing the importance of African-led solutions to emerging security challenges.…

The U.S. Air Force has deployed the HH-60W Jolly Green II combat rescue helicopter to East Africa for the first time, establishing a dedicated personnel recovery capability at Camp Lemonnier in Djibouti. Announced by the U.S. Air Force on June …

AFRIDEX 2026 is set to bring together a distinguished international line-up of defence manufacturers, military technology providers, indigenous industry leaders and government stakeholders as African armed forces continue to accelerate investment in land defence modernisation and battlefield capability development. Taking …

The South African Air Force (SAAF), through Air Force Station Port Elizabeth and 15 Squadron Charlie Flight, played a vital role in humanitarian relief operations during Exercise CHARIOT, supporting communities affected by severe flooding across the Eastern Cape during …

Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), the wholly owned defence subsidiary of Bharat Forge Limited, and global aerospace and defence company Paramount have unveiled the Simha 4×4, a next-generation Light Armoured Multi-Purpose Vehicle, at the Eurosatory 2026 Defence and Security …

Israel Shipyards Ltd participated as a Silver Sponsor at the African Navy Forum Symposium 2026 held in Lagos, Nigeria, engaging with naval leaders, senior defence officials, and maritime stakeholders from across the African continent. The symposium provided an important platform …

Africa’s Defence Sector Accelerates Localisation, Manufacturing and Strategic Partnerships. Africa’s defence sector is entering a new era of localisation, strategic partnerships and regional manufacturing growth, as nations across the continent focus on strengthening sovereign defence capability and reducing long term …

Terra Industries, an African defense technology company focused on autonomous security systems, has announced the construction of Pax-2, its second manufacturing facility and what is expected to become the continent’s largest drone factory. Located in Accra, Ghana, the 34,000-square-foot facility …