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DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — It had become a familiar scene in West Africa. A group of soldiers appeared on state television in Benin on Sunday to claim they had seized power. A few hours later, the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. South African Army Chief General Rudzani Maphwanya is facing backlash in his home country following the release of alleged ...

Egypt has long stood as the regional hegemon of Africa with one of the strongest militaries on the continent, blending a mix of manpower, firepower, and technology. It’s no secret that Egypt controls ...

Africa remains a testing ground for the PLA's expeditionary capabilities and equipment, posing political and strategic implications for African governments."Eagles of Civilization 2026," the latest ...

When it comes to military strength, raw numbers, such as the number of active personnel and defense budgets, dominate headlines. ・A new analysis reveals that defense budgets and large troop numbers do ...

Si vis pacem, para bellum: If you want peace, prepare for war, as the ancient Latin adage goes. This motto has resonated with many countries, particularly in Africa, where military preparedness can be ...

China has donated equipment to the Beninese Armed Forces to help it fight terrorism, as Beijing steps up military cooperation with African nations. The donation - mostly howitzers and their ...

TAN TAN, Morocco — The U.S. military is backing off its usual talk of good governance and countering insurgencies’ underlying causes, instead leaning into a message that its fragile allies in Africa ...

It’s been a tumultuous month for France and its relationship with former colonies in Africa, as its influence on the continent faces the biggest challenge in decades. DAKAR, Senegal — It's been a ...

AGADIR, Morocco–The initial planning event (IPE) for exercise African Lion 2025 (AL25) took place from Sept. 9-20, setting the stage for the multinational military exercise scheduled for spring 2025 ...