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Nigus International Investment Limited

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Nigus and Elmirate announce $200m initiative to support Africa’s security sector

Nigus and Elmirate sign a strategic agreement to invest up to $200 million in building advanced defense, satellite and technology manufacturing capabilities in Nigeria

Nigus International Investment Limited (www.Nigusng.com) and Elmirate Investment LLC (www.Elmirate.ae) (Elmirate Capital) have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding to develop a next-generation defense technology, satellite systems and advanced manufacturing platform in Nigeria, backed by a planned investment of up to $200 million. “Africa is entering a pivotal phase in…

African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM)
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African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) steel sisters break barriers for peace in Mogadishu

As the world marks International Women’s Day on 8 March, recognising the critical role of women in peace and security, the contributions of soldiers like Juliet resonate strongly

In Somalia’s capital Mogadishu, three Ugandan female peacekeepers serving under the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) are redefining the face of frontline service. Private Gunner Epila Juliet, Tank Driver Private Onying Ruth, and their commander, Corporal Nabukenya Barbra, are part of the mission’s motorised armoured unit.…

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Zambia
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Zambian Ministry of Defence Held Medal Awarding Ceremony for the 28th Chinese Military Medical Experts Team to Zambia

Zambia is committed to continuing to strengthen cooperation with China in the field of military medical and health services and deepening the friendly relations between the two countries

On February 12, 2026, the Zambian Ministry of Defence held a ceremony to award the “International Friendship and Cooperation Medal” to the 28th Chinese military medical experts team to Zambia. Mr. Maambo Haamaundu, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defense, Brigadier GeneralLevi Muchemwa, Commandant of Mania Soko Medical Centre, Wang Sheng, Chargé d'Affairesof the Embassy of the People’s Republic of Chinainthe Republic of Zambia and Senior Colonel Bai Yunfeng, Defense Attaché,…

Republic of Liberia: Executive Mansion
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Liberia: President Boakai Declares Wednesday, February 11, As Armed Forces Day

The proclamation stresses that the Armed Forces Day celebration is also in recognition of the role the Armed Forces of Liberia plays in protecting the country’s territorial integrity and participating in the structural and social transformation of the country

His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia, and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces of Liberia, has by Proclamation declared Wednesday, February 11, 2026 as “Armed Forces Day,” and to be celebrated throughout the Republic as a national holiday.  The Proclamation further directs all military and paramilitary organizations within…

African Union (AU)
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission condemns the terrorist attacks in Niger and reaffirms the African Union’s solidarity

The Chairperson of the Commission reaffirms that terrorism and violent extremism constitute a serious threat to peace, stability and the territorial integrity of the affected States

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has learned with deep concern of the attack carried out against the Hamani Diori International Airport in Niamey during the night of 28 to 29 January 2026 by armed individuals. He has also learned with profound sadness of the deadly…

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    • R-L: Christopher Hudson, President of dmg events; Dr Bello Matawalle, Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Nigeria; Major General Babatunde Ibrahim Alaya, Director General of the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria; and Major General John Lar, Chairman, AFRIDEX Steering Committee, at a press conference in Abuja on November 28, 2025, on the launch of the Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX), taking place in Lagos from 26–29 October 2026
    • R-L: Christopher Hudson, President of dmg events; Major General Babatunde Ibrahim Alaya, Director General of the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria; Dr Bello Matawalle, the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Nigeria; Major General John Lar, Chairman, AFRIDEX Steering Committee; Major General Umar Mohammed Alkali, Commandant, Army War College Nigeria; and Nick Ornstein, Vice President, dmg events, in a group photograph after the AFRIDEX press conference
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Federal Ministry of Defence, the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) and dmg Events Announce the Launch of the Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026 to be held in Lagos

Nigeria offers a natural host location for an international defence gathering that connects global manufacturers, suppliers and service providers with governments and armed forces across the continent

The Federal Ministry of Defence, the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON), and dmg events (www.dmgevents.com) announced the launch of the Africa International Defence Exhibition, taking place from 26–29 October 2026 at Eko Atlantic, Victoria Island, Lagos. The launch reflects the rapid expansion of Africa’s defence and security environment, supported…

African Union (AU)
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African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson Congratulates Algeria on Successful Launch Earth Observation Satellite

The Chairperson hopes that the enhanced high-resolution data from Alsat-3A will contribute to national and continental priorities in line with Agenda 2063 and the African Space Policy and Strategy

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, congratulates the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria on the successful launch of the Alsat-3A Earth observation satellite, marking a significant advance in Africa’s space and geospatial capabilities. "This achievement underscores Algeria’s leadership in space science and its commitment to…

African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM)
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Deputy Head of African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) visits Jazeera II Forward Operating Base on a familiarisation visit

The DRSCC was accompanied by senior officials, including the Uganda Contingent Commander Brigadier General Jackson Kayanja, and AUSSOM Police Training and Development Coordinator, ACP Samuel Asiedu Okanta

The Deputy Head of the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), Ambassador Mouktar Osman Kaire, on Thursday visited the Jazeera II Forward Operating Base (FOB) during a familiarisation visit to assess troop welfare and operations. Addressing personnel from the Nigerian Formed Police Unit and the Uganda Peoples…

African Union (AU)
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Statement of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission on the Tragic Loss of Senior Libyan Military Officials

The Chairperson conveys his heartfelt condolences to the authorities and people of Libya, and the bereaved families of all those who lost their lives in this national tragedy

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has learned with deep sorrow of the tragic accident that claimed the lives of the Chief of the General Staff of the Libyan Army, Lieutenant General Mohammed al-Haddad, and four of his accompanying officers while returning from an official…

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Youth workers’ tour to historical sites

The 80-member youth group visited the areas in which the Salina and Fenkil operations against the Ethiopian colonizers took place

The National Union of Eritrean Youth and Students, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defense, organized a tour for youth workers of the Ministry of Agriculture to historical sites in the Northern Red Sea Region. The tour was aimed at acquainting the youth workers with their history. The 80-member youth…