May 20
Nigeria: Two Killed in Ebonyi Communal Clashes
Vanguard
The Ebonyi Police Command has confirmed the killing of two persons in an attack on Ikachi Village in Akparata area of Effium in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the state. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: DRC Army Says It Foiled Attempted Coup Involving U.S. Citizens
RFI
The Democratic Republic of Congo's military said it has killed the leader of an attempted coup, thwarting a plot that involved some 50 people - both foreigners and Congolese. Read more »
Nigeria: Army Holds Peace Summit to Foster Harmony Between Farmers, Herders
Daily Trust
Operation Safe Haven, a multi-security task force dedicated to maintaining peace in Plateau and parts of Bauchi and Kaduna states, weekend organised a peace summit for farmers and… Read more »
Nigeria: 198 Army Officers Sat for Captain to Major Examination in Edo
Daily Trust
No fewer than 198 offices of the Nigeria Army at the weekend sat for the Captain to Major examination at my School of Supply and Transport, Benin City. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: DRC Army Says It Stopped Attempted Coup Involving American Citizens
This Day
The leader of an attempted coup yesterday in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been killed and some 50 people, including three American citizens arrested, a spokesman for… Read more »
May 19
Nigeria: Army Rescues 386 Civilians From Sambisa Forest 10 Years After Abduction
Premium Times
Some of those rescued said they were in captivity in Sambisa Forest for 10 years. Read more »
Niger: Final Date for U.S. Troop Pullout From Niger Set for September 15 - Statement
RFI
The US troop withdrawal from Niger, at the demand of the West African nation's military rulers, has begun and will be over by September 15 "at the latest", a joint statement said… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Army Says Coup Foiled
DW
DRC armed forces say they have thwarted an attempted coup involving Congolese and foreign fighters. A shootout was previously reported in the capital, Kinshasa. Read more »
May 17
South Africa: Parliament Grants Ramaphosa Power to Set Political Donation Limits - South African News Briefs - May 17, 2024
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Senegal: Senegal's PM Sonko Questions Future of French Military Presence in Dakar
RFI
Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has raised the possibility of closing French military bases in the West African country in a wide-ranging speech that also touched on the… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia and Kenya Draft Historic Defence Agreement
Radio Dalsan
The Somali Cabinet convened a high-level meeting to review a draft defence agreement between Somalia and its neighbouring country, Kenya. Read more »
Lesotho: Letsoela Sued for M2 Million
Lesotho Times
LESOTHO Defence Force (LDF) Commander, Lieutenant General Mojalefa Letsoela, faces more than M2 million worth of lawsuits from two men who claim to have been tortured by the army… Read more »
Somalia: U.S. Donates Military Vehicles to Enhance Security Operations in Somalia
Radio Dalsan
The United States government has provided a fleet of military vehicles and ambulances to the Somali National Army, further strengthening its ongoing campaign against the Al-Shabaab… Read more »
Nigeria: Defence Seeks Niger Republic's Help to Arrest Wanted Terrorist
Leadership
Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has declared a foreign terror kingpin terrorising the people of Zamfara State, Halilu Buzu, wanted and called on the Nigerien authorities to help effect… Read more »
Nigeria: Reward for Exemplary Police Officers
This Day
In collaboration with Lenders Consult International, a topnotch security stakeholder, the maiden edition of the Nigeria Police Awards and Commendations Ceremony was recently held… Read more »
May 16
Nigeria: Nigerian Military Kills 227 Terrorists, Apprehends 529 Others
Premium Times
DHQ also said the troops rescued 253 kidnapped victims in one week. Read more »
Ethiopia: Former Ethiopian Peacekeepers of Tigrayan Descent Previously Stationed in Abyei Region Caught Up in Sudan's Escalating Conflict
Addis Standard
Former Ethiopian peacekeepers of Tigrayan origin, who were stationed in the Abyei region bordering Sudan and South Sudan, are currently facing heightened security concerns amidst… Read more »
Nigeria: US, France Deny Plans for Military Bases in Nigeria, Nigerian Government Confirms No Such Proposals
Africa Check
US, France deny plans for military bases in Nigeria, Nigerian government confirms no such proposals Read more »
Uganda: Analysts - Uganda Faces Uphill Task to Ensure Free and Fair 2026 Polls
Nile Post
As Uganda gears up for the 2026 elections, concerns loom large over the prospect of a truly free and fair democratic process. Read more »
Uganda: Govt Mulls Ban On Security-Like Attires
Nile Post
In a heated debate surrounding the legality and implications of wearing attire resembling security uniforms, the government is contemplating a ban on the importation of cloth… Read more »
Nigeria: Military Declares Halilu Buzu Wanted for Terrorism, Illegal Arms Supplies, Others
Leadership
The Nigerian Military has declared Halilu Buzu wanted for his involvement in terrorist activities, illegal arms supplies, illegal mining, and cattle rustling. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Military Declares Nigerien Terrorist, Halilu Buzu, Wanted
Premium Times
The military said Mr Buzu is wanted for terrorising Nigerian territory, particularly Zamfara State. Read more »
Rwanda: RDF, Ministry of Health Launch Nationwide Campaign to Treat Over 5,000 Cataracts Patients
New Times
Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and Ministry of Health medical personnel on Thursday, May 16, launched a joint nationwide treatment campaign targeting 5,000 people afflicted with… Read more »
Sudan: Fresh Round of US Sanctions Targets Two Sudanese RSF Commanders
Dabanga
The US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced sanctions on two Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commanders, Ali Yagoub Jibril and Osman Mohamed… Read more »
Uganda: Implication of Govt Crackdown On Civilians Donning Military Attire
Nile Post
The recent government crackdown on the National Unity Platform (NUP) for their signature berets and overalls has sparked a broader debate over the regulation of attire resembling… Read more »