Egypt using deck parked Avenger SAM system to protect Mistral class amphibious assault ships
In what has been described as an unconventional move, Egypt is using the Avenger self-propelled surface-to-air missile system to protect its assault ships.
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.
Surveillance-ready King Air 350ERs start African maritime patrol duties
Two Beechcraft King Air 350ERs, which Leonardo delivered with built-in surveillance sensors and ATOS mission system, have flown their first missions with an African Navy.
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.
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.
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.
British A400M Atlas aircraft to fly UK aid to Mozambique
A400M Atlas aircraft will deliver up to 20 tonnes of UK aid supplies.
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.
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.
British troops deploy to Egypt
A contingent of British Army personnel have deployed to Egypt.
