Togo considers joining the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), signalling a shift in regional dynamics and security policies, and a further blow to France’s waning influence in the region. When a…| Military Africa
Russia and Nigér have agreed to strengthen their military cooperation, as the West African country faces a security and political crisis following a coup in July. A Russian delegation led by the de…| Military Africa
Burkina Faso and Nigér have announced their withdrawal from the G5 Sahel force, a regional anti-jihadist coalition that was set up in 2014 with the support of France. The two countries have joined …| Military Africa
US forces withdraw from NigerThe United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) recently confirmed the start of US forces’ withdrawal from Niger,| Military Africa
Work has begun on three BR71 MKII Corvettes for the Angolan Navy at CMN yard in France. CMN NAVAL and| Military Africa
Syrian mercenaries have been deployed to Niger, raising eyebrows and concerns in the international community. The Recruitment Process Hundreds of| Military Africa
The United States agreed last Friday to withdraw its more than 1,000 troops from Niger, officials said, upending its posture in West Africa where the country was home to a major drone base.| Military Africa
Russia increases its influence in the troubled Sahel region of West Africa with military instructors from the country arriving in Niger on Wednesday, public Radio Television du Niger said late Thur…| Military Africa
