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The BRICS Military Influence: New Alignments, New Threats?
Once seen primarily as an economic bloc with aspirations of reshaping global finance, the BRICS grouping—comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—has...
The Red Sea Corridor: International Naval Presence and African Sovereignty
Few maritime spaces in the world today are as contested, congested, and consequential as the Red Sea corridor. This vital waterway, stretching from...
Africa and NATO: Evolving Strategic Partnerships and Interests
In the aftermath of the Cold War, the global security architecture shifted dramatically, compelling traditional military alliances to reassess and redefine their roles....
Cyberwarfare in the Global South: Lessons for Africa from Abroad
In today’s digitised battlefield, firewalls are as critical as frontlines, and cyberweapons often precede bullets. From power grids and government websites to military...
From Ukraine to the Sahel: Global Conflicts and Their Ripple Effects in Africa
As artillery roars in Eastern Europe and drones darken the skies over the Sahel, Africa is increasingly finding itself caught in the gravitational...
Honouring Legacy: Military Museums and Memorials Across Africa
Africa’s military history is rich, complex, and often untold. From pre-colonial warrior kingdoms and anti-colonial resistance to modern peacekeeping operations and counterinsurgency campaigns,...
From Combat to Civil Service: Veterans Transitioning into National Leadership
Across Africa, a quiet but significant transformation is underway: former soldiers are becoming public servants, legislators, and national policymakers. From cabinet ministers and...
Women Veterans in Africa: Breaking the Silence and Leading the Way
From frontline combat to strategic command, African women have served their nations with courage and competence. Yet, when the guns fall silent, many...
Forgotten Heroes: The Untold Stories of African Peacekeeping Veterans
Africa has long been a crucial contributor to global peacekeeping, supplying tens of thousands of uniformed personnel to missions in Darfur, Somalia, the...
The State of Veteran Welfare in Africa
Behind every service medal lies a human being—trained, tested, and often traumatised. Yet across much of Africa, the welfare of military veterans remains...
