Africa • The Defense Post

Dec- 2024 -

2 December

US Spy Plane Violates Uganda, DRC Air Spaces

An alleged US spy plane breached the airspaces of Uganda and Democratic Republic of the Congo last month, according to Ugandan media.

1 December

South Sudanese civilians flee fighting in the northeastern town of Malakal, where gunmen opened fire on people sheltering inside a United Nations base

Staff Writer With AFP

UN Aid Chief Calls for Urgent Action on War-Torn Sudan

The UN humanitarian chief has called for immediate international action to address the Sudanese crisis for millions displaced by the conflict.

Nov- 2024 -

29 November

Staff Writer With AFP

Chad Says Ending Military Cooperation With France

Chad announced that it was ending military cooperation with former colonial power France hours after a visit by French Foreign Minister.

28 November

New recruits for the Central African Armed Forces (FACA) perform a drill during a medal presentation demonstration in Berengo on August 4, 2018

Staff Writer With AFP

Ten Killed in Brutal Attack in Central African Republic

Ten people were killed after being seized from motorcycle taxis in war-torn Central African Republic, with a local official blaming "thugs" for the attack.

26 November

Members of the Tunisian Armed Forces during African Lion 2024.

Giulia Bernacchi

Tunisia to Host African Lion 2025, Strengthening Ties With US and EU

The African Lion drills 2025 are scheduled to take place in Tunisia, marking the “most extensive exercise” hosted in the country.

26 November

Staff Writer With AFP

DR Congo and Rwanda Advance Peace Process

Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have signed a document to advance the peace process in the DRC's east, ceasefire-broker Angola said.

25 November

David Kirichenko

Stretching Moscow Thin: Ukraine’s Global Strategy Against Russia

Ukraine has expanded the conflict with Russia beyond its borders to strategically target Russian assets and influence in regions like Africa and the Middle East.

23 November