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General Musa Leads Civil-Military Reset in Nigeria
Under General Musa’s Watch, Nigeria’s Military Reimagines Civil-Military Relations at Landmark Conference In a decisive and visionary shift, Nigeria’s Chief of Defence...
Orphans of War: Rebuilding Lives After Conflict in Africa
In the wake of armed conflicts, children often bear the brunt of the devastation, emerging as the most vulnerable and affected demographic. According...
Ethiopia and Russia Strengthen Strategic Bonds Amid Global Shifts
Ethiopia and Russia continue to deepen their relationship across military, economic, and political fronts, reflecting a broader trend of emerging partnerships shaping the...
AFRICA’S WATER SECURITY CHALLENGE: INNOVATION AND SOLUTIONS
Africa is facing a significant water security challenge, with many countries experiencing water scarcity, poor water quality, and inadequate water infrastructure. The continent’s...
The Rise of Indigenous UAVs: Africa’s Drone Capabilities in Warfare and Surveillance
In recent years, Africa has emerged as a notable player in the development and deployment of indigenous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones....
Beyond the Kalashnikov: Africa’s Shift Toward Technology-Driven Warfare
For decades, Africa’s military landscape has been dominated by a simple yet powerful symbol of conflict: the Kalashnikov AK-47. Since the 1950s, this...
Niger Severs Intelligence Ties with Russia and Turkey Amid Escalating Security Strains
Niger’s ruling military council has officially cut off intelligence-sharing arrangements with Russia and Turkey, a move that underscores the nation’s mounting security woes...
Strengthening Security in West Africa: Burkina Faso and Senegal’s New Partnership
A new bilateral initiative targeting terrorism and transnational crime has been launched by Burkina Faso and Senegal in response to West Africa’s growing...
Maritime Terrorism and Coastal Security: Why the Gulf of Guinea Remains Critical
The Gulf of Guinea (GoG), stretching over 6,000 kilometres of coastline and comprising 19 nations, stands as a region of immense strategic, economic,...
