French jets strike convoy entering Chad from Libya
French jets hit targets in northern Chad last week in support of local troops, the French military said in a statement.
Nigeria purchase A-29 Super Tucano aircraft, weapons, and associated support from the US
The sale includes all associated training, spare parts, aviation and ground support equipment, and hangar, facilities, and infrastructure required to support the program.
UK reaffirms support for East African stability
Armed Forces Minister Mark Lancaster recently visited Uganda, and pledged that the UK will continue to support the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM).
NATO Secretary General calls for end to fighting in Libya
Jens Stoltenberg met the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Libya.
British A400M Atlas aircraft to fly UK aid to Mozambique
A400M Atlas aircraft will deliver up to 20 tonnes of UK aid supplies.
RAF to continue to support French operations in Africa with C-17s
Defence Secretary Michael Fallon announced today that the UK will continue to provide C-17 support to French counter-terrorist operations in Africa for at least the next six months.
British troops deploy to Egypt
A contingent of British Army personnel have deployed to Egypt.
Ivory Coast orders C295 transport aircraft from Airbus
The Ministry of Defence of the Ivory Coast has signed a firm order for one C295 medium transport aircraft.
Three Royal Air Force Chinooks arrive in Mali
3 Chinook helicopters have arrived in West Africa to support the French counter-terrorism operation in Mali.
Defence Secretary praises UK peacekeepers in South Sudan
The UK must continue to bring equality and peace to the world’s most fragile countries, the Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has said on a visit to Africa.
