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Recent reports have shed light on a significant milestone for Kenya, as the National Police Leadership Academy in Ngong, Kajiado County, became the site of the second-largest disposal of illegal firearms in the region. This event serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing battle against illicit arms proliferation in East Africa. According to The Star, the weapons destroyed during this event had been collected between 2022 and 2025. They were either seized during security operations or voluntarily surrendered…

African Nations Unite Against the Growing Threat of Small Arms In a significant stride towards peace and stability, a coalition of African nations from both the Horn of Africa and the Great Lakes region has come together to address a pressing issue. What might that issue be, you ask? The rampant spread of illicit small and light weapons. Such weapons have been unsettling the very fabric of security within these regions. In Nairobi, the air buzzed with determination as policymakers, security experts,…

Understanding Recent Developments in Sudan In a significant policy move, the United States has announced a new round of sanctions against Sudan, responding to grave concerns regarding the military's use of chemical weapons during the ongoing civil war. This decision comes as part of the U.S. commitment to uphold international norms against chemical warfare, particularly under the provisions of the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991. The U.S.…

Displaced people ride in an animal-drawn cart, fleeing the recent attacks by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the Zamzam displacement camp in Tawila, North Darfur, Sudan, on April 15, 2025. The scene, marked by fear and uncertainty, reflects the harsh realities faced by many in this conflict-ridden nation. REUTERS/Stringer/File Photo In a world grappling with complex geopolitical issues, the situation in Sudan stands out as both tragic and troubling. On April 29, 2025, a U.N. panel of experts responsible…

Unraveling Arms Supply Dynamics in Sudan: A Complex Tale of Conflict and Accountability In the heart of Africa's tumultuous landscape lies Sudan, a nation grappling with conflict, dislocation, and the haunting scars of violence. Recently, media coverage has illuminated a particularly troubling chapter within this narrative—the investigation into how mortar rounds exported from Bulgaria to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) found their way into the hands of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia. The story is not just about…

Mogadishu (AX) — Recently, the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) took a bold step by conducting an airstrike targeting a stateless vessel off the coast of Somalia. This action, aimed at a vessel reportedly transporting advanced weaponry to the militant group Al-Shabaab, marks a significant moment in the ongoing struggle against maritime smuggling in the region. It’s not often that airpower is deployed in such a way, creating ripples of interest and concern across military and political circles. Officials from both the Somali…

The Nigerian military, in collaboration with Briech UAS – the nation's leading drone manufacturer, unveiled its cutting-edge drones, missiles, and bombs during an event held on Wednesday at their facility in Kuje, Abuja. The atmosphere was electrifying, filled with a palpable sense of progress and possibility. While technical specifics were kept under wraps, General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff, couldn't help but express his enthusiasm. "A force multiplier," he labeled the…

The Complex Tapestry of Russian Arms in Africa In the ever-evolving landscape of international relations, one intriguing narrative is the increasing flow of Russian weapons into Africa. These arms transfers usually form a crucial component of bilateral military cooperation, often acting as a precursor to the more notorious deployment of Wagner paramilitary soldiers in various African regions. It begs the question: How did Africa become such a pivotal chessboard for Russian geopolitics? According to The Grey…

In the vibrant and often tumultuous theater of international relations, arms imports have carved a significant niche. Behind this growth lurk geopolitical frictions, modern-day defense evolution, and security jitters that nations, large and small, seek to address. But what drives a nation to become a top importer of military might? Let us explore the data supplied by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) to unravel this enigma. Global Leaders in Arms Imports: A…

Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, the three military-led West African nations, officially withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), on the 29th January 2025. A year prior, they had announced their departure from their long-standing regional group, citing the bloc's inability to assist their efforts to combat terrorism, as well as its subservience to former colonial powers. Furthermore, for a little more than a year, the AES has been on a campaign to eradicate any traces of Western influence in…