military

Biya reshuffles Cameroon army as nearly two-month absence fuels questions

The 93-year-old leader, who has not appeared in public since leaving Cameroon on June 7 for what his office described as a "brief private stay", signed a series of decrees on Monday from Geneva, Switzerland, appointing officials to key military positions and promoting five colonels to the rank of brigadier general.

Uganda confirms detention of priest amid election tensions

Before the military acknowledged the detention, the national police had commented on social media that they were "currently verifying" reports of the priest’s abduction and would provide updates once they confirmed the facts.

Nearly 100 kidnapped Nigerian students released, families reunite

National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu visited Papiri last week and met Bishop Bulus Dauwa Yohanna and his delegation, assuring them that the children would soon be returned safely. Despite the latest rescue, about 153 students and 12 staff members are still being held by the kidnappers.

Benin strikes back against coup attempt, hunt for rebels continues

The West African regional organisation Ecowas has deployed troops from Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Ivory Coast to safeguard key sites and prevent further unrest. With a recent string of coups across the region, Ecowas has signaled a stronger commitment to defending elected governments.

UK challenges allegations against military unit in Kenya

Britain emphasized that it is willing to investigate any new allegations within its jurisdiction once evidence is presented. The statement also underlined the importance of the UK-Kenya defence partnership, which includes joint programmes in training, education, and security capability development.

Embaló arrives in Senegal after Guinea-Bissau military ousts him

In a statement, Senegal’s foreign ministry said Embaló landed “safe and sound” aboard a chartered military aircraft, marking the first public sighting of the former president since soldiers took control in Bissau.

Museveni renews push for joint East African defence

According to Museveni, the goal is to bring together the armies of Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) under one umbrella.

Court rules in favor of ex-Kenya Air Force personnel, awards Sh7.9 billion

Over the years, the courts have repeatedly ruled that the ex-service members were subjected to unlawful dismissal by the so-called “82 Air Force,” which had no authority to terminate their employment.

Thousands trapped in Darfur’s El-Fasher as RSF claims control of key army base

El-Fasher, home to nearly 250,000 civilians, has become the centre of a growing humanitarian disaster. Aid groups report that residents are surviving without food, clean water, or medical care as fighting closes all escape routes. Earlier this month, MedGlobal warned that the city was “on the brink of collapse” after a prolonged siege marked by starvation and disease outbreaks.

Military honors Raila Odinga with flag presentation to Mama Ida

The gesture was a symbol of the country’s gratitude for Raila’s decades of public service and his unwavering dedication to Kenya’s democratic journey.

Last bow: Raila honoured with 17-gun salute in dignified military farewell

At precisely 16:53, the KDF artillery unit fired 17 rounds into the air. Each echo resonated across the fields of Bondo, symbolizing the nation’s respect for Raila’s dedication to freedom, justice, and democracy.

Military march in Mamboleo marks Raila’s last homecoming

The journey was carried out by a Kenya Air Force Leonardo C-27J Spartan with the call sign ENIGMA01 — a fitting reference to the man often described as Kenya’s “political enigma.”

Colonel Randrianirina takes office as Madagascar begins transition

The former military commander formally took office at the Constitutional Court in Antananarivo, stepping in after President Andry Rajoelina fled the country and was later removed from office. Crowds, including the young activists who led the protests, attended the ceremony to witness the transfer of power.

Mourners breach VIP gate as Raila Odinga’s body arrives at JKIA

The Kenya Airports Authority personnel made repeated appeals for calm, but their efforts were drowned by the cries of mourners desperate to catch a glimpse of the casket. Tension heightened when the coffin, draped in the Kenyan flag, was brought out of the plane, prompting louder wails across the tarmac.

Solemn homecoming for Raila Odinga as body arrives at JKIA

The ceremonial gun carriage, freshly polished and gleaming, awaited to bear the casket draped in the national flag. Security personnel maintained tight control around the airport, with members of the public kept at a distance to prevent commotion as emotions ran high among supporters gathered outside.

Madagascar military takes charge as President Rajoelina flees amid protests

Madagascar, with a population of roughly 30 million and a median age under 20, struggles with poverty, with three-quarters of citizens living in hardship. Between independence in 1960 and 2020, GDP per capita fell by 45%, according to World Bank data, fueling frustration over basic needs and governance failures.

Trump announces deadly US strike on Venezuelan vessel

Trump said the vessel had been transporting narcotics from Venezuela and was headed toward the United States, claiming that “big bags of cocaine and fentanyl” were left scattered in the ocean after the attack.

Brazil’s Ex-President convicted of plotting military takeover

Four of the five justices voted to convict Bolsonaro, while one dissented. His legal team described the sentence as “absurdly excessive” and said they would file “the appropriate appeals.”

State to monitor ex-cops, military officers over public threats

The CS noted that individuals trained by the government on the use of weapons have a greater duty than civilians and must not use their skills to threaten the public.

Bangladesh jet crash kills 20, injures over 170 in school tragedy

Shocking footage from the scene captured the intensity of the fire and the chaos that followed as rescuers and residents rushed to pull victims from the burning rubble.

France concludes military exit from Senegal with final base handover

As the Senegalese flag was raised and the national anthem played, the event marked the end of an era spanning more than two centuries of French military presence in the country.

Israeli military bombs Syrian convoy as violence erupts in Druze city

The Syrian foreign ministry condemned Israel’s actions, accusing it of being fully responsible for the attacks and their consequences.

Senior Russian Navy officer killed in strike near Ukraine border

The general’s death marks one of the most senior losses for Moscow since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in 2022.

Antoinette Lattouf wins case against ABC over Gaza post firing

Lattouf first brought her complaint to the Fair Work Commission, which ruled she had been sacked, allowing her to proceed with legal action in the Federal Court.

MPs reject defence push to channel British military probe through diplomats

MPs dismissed the Ministry of Defence’s attempt to shield the foreign military officers and insisted the matter falls under Kenya’s domestic oversight.

Judge blocks Trump move to deploy national guard in Los Angeles