May 09
Nigeria: The 'Repentant' Boko Haram Fighters [opinion]
This Day
Many Nigerians were aghast when they learned that military authorities had begun the controversial 'Operation Safe Corridor' initiative to 'rehabilitate and reintegrate surrendered… Read more »
Mozambique: Angolan and Namibian Troops Leave Mozambique After 3 Years
AIM
According to the South African platform "DefenceWeb', a farewell ceremony for the Angolan and Namibian contingents, held at the airport in the Cabo Delgado provincial capital,… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Army Speaks On Reported Confiscation of Resident's Property in Enugu
Premium Times
A human rights group wrote a petition, accusing the Nigerian Army of threatening to take over the resident's property. Read more »
Nigeria: Army Assesses State of Barracks Infrastructure in Gombe
Premium Times
The Nigerian Army assessment team said the visit to Gombe to assess the state of barracks infrastructure was crucial to boosting the morale of troops as well as impact positively… Read more »
Tanzania: U.S. and Tanzania Co-Host Military Intelligence Conference
Africom
U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and Tanzania Peoples' Defence Forces (TPDF) hosted the Chiefs & Directors of Military Intelligence Conference (CDMIC) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania,… Read more »
May 08
Somalia: Amnesty International Accuses Somali Military of Civilian Killings in Drone Strikes
Shabelle
Amnesty International has released a new report accusing the Somali military of killing 23 civilians, including 14 children and five women, during drone strikes conducted with… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Military Withdraws Soldiers From Delta Community - Governor
Premium Times
The military personnel had occupied the community following the murder of 17 soldiers in March. Read more »
May 07
Rwanda: U.S. and DRC's Partners Call On Rwanda to Punish Forces Over Attack
RFI
The United States has called on Rwanda to punish forces behind an attack in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Both Kinshasa and the US accuse Kigali of meddling in DRC's… Read more »
Rwanda: Senegalese Army Chief Pledges Greater Security Cooperation With RDF
New Times
The Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Senegal, Gen Mbaye Cissé, along with his delegation, on May 6, visited Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Headquarters, where… Read more »
Mozambique: Rwandan Forces Kill Terrorists in Mocímboa DA Praia
AIM
Rwandan troops, who are helping the Mozambican Defence and Security Forces (FDS) to fight islamist terrorism in the northern Province of Cabo Delgado, have killed an unspecified… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Troops Kill Notorious IPOB Commander, Two Others
Premium Times
The army says the operation has dealt a significant blow to IPOB networks. Read more »
Nigeria: Army Conducts Conversion Exercise for 528 Officers
Premium Times
The Army said the conversion exercise is very significant in the career progression of officers, especially those who want to continue in service. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Army Prepares for Haiti Deployment Ahead of Ruto's Us Visit
Business Day Africa
Kenyan army preparations for deployment in Haiti are underway, slated for this month, in advance of President William Ruto's impending visit to Washington later in May, a senior… Read more »
May 06
Nigeria: Nigeria Has No Plans to Host American, French Military Bases - Official
Premium Times
Putschists in Niger who carried out a military coup last year ordered both French and US troops to leave the West African country. Read more »
Africa: Arms Race - Made-in-Africa Military Drones On the Rise
Independent (Kampala)
As unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) become increasingly critical for modern armed forces, African countries are investing in the local production of military drones. Read more »
Nigeria: Army, Police Sack Enugu Community Over Alleged Killing of Police Officers
Vanguard
Crisis is rocking Iggah community in Uzo Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State. Read more »
Mozambique: Armies Pursue Terrorists in Mozambique's Nampula Province
New Times
After dislodging Islamic State-linked terrorists from major towns and villages in Cabo Delgado, Mozambique's northernmost province, Rwandan and Mozambican troops continued to… Read more »
Nigeria: Opposition Party Rejects Proposal For U.S., France Military in Nigeria
Vanguard
The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has opposed the relocation of United States and French military bases to Nigeria, warning of the dangers of compromising the country's… Read more »
Nigeria: Remi Tinubu Recieves First Nigerian Female Graduate of British Military Academy
Premium Times
The first lady, who noted the sterling performances of 24-year-old Oluchi Owowoh, a second lieutenant, said the officer is a good example of the great feats Nigerian youth can… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Says No to Foreign Military Bases After Niger Expulsions
Premium Times
Putschists in Niger who carried out a military coup last year ordered both French and US troops to leave the West African country. Read more »
Nigeria: Gunmen Invade Ebonyi Community, Kill Monarch
Premium Times
The police have confirmed the attack and killing of the monarch. Read more »
Mozambique: Terrorists Raid Mazeze Administrative Post
AIM
A group of Islamist terrorists has raided Mazeze administrative post, in Chiúre district, in the northern Mozambican province of Cabo Delgado. Read more »
Somalia: Turkish Food Aid to Injured Soldiers' Families in Mogadishu
Radio Dalsan
These soldiers were injured during a recent security operation and are currently undergoing treatment at the renowned Recep Tayyip Erdogan Training and Research Hospital. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Minister Pledges Better Perks for War Veterans to 'Age Gracefully'
New Zimbabwe
MINISTER of Veterans of the Liberation Struggle Affairs, Monica Mavhunga says President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration is aware of the plight of war veterans and their… Read more »
Nigeria: Shiites Petition Nigerian Govt Over Killing of Members During Pro-Palestinian Protest
Premium Times
Clashes between law enforcement agencies, the military and the Shi'ites belonging to the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN) are a regular occurrence in Nigeria, particularly in… Read more »