Africa Defense Forum
ADF is a professional military magazine published quarterly by U.S. Africa Command to provide an international forum for African security professionals. ADF covers topics such as counter terrorism strategies, security and defense operations, transnational crime, and all other issues affecting peace, stability, and good governance on the African continent.
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Taking Time to Engage Civilian Leaders Can Build Partnerships that Enhance Security The village of Gofat spreads out beyond the…
A Nigerien Colonel Stresses the Importance of Civilian Help in the Fight Against Extremism ADF STAFF Col. Mahamane Laminou Sani…
Cessna 208 Flight Crews Use New Skills to Save a Life ADF STAFF The annual Festival de L’Aïr in Iférouane,…
The Electronic Revolution Is Bringing Rapid Change to the Continent, in Good and Bad Ways Dr. Eric Young, George C. Marshall…
Chadian Troops Partner with U.S. and French Trainers to Prepare for Peacekeeping in Mali ADF STAFF When Lt. Col. Jeffrey…
Mauritania’s chief of General Staff of the Armed Forces tells ADF how his country seeks to offer stability in a…
Nigeria’s College Includes a ‘Think Tank’ for Research ADF STAFF First came battle command, the science of directing and leading…
Under Pressure, Boko Haram Is Changing Its Tactics ADF STAFF In a neighborhood of mud-brick buildings in Diffa, Niger, young…
Bringing Peace to Africa’s ‘Arc of Instability’ Will Require Action in the Security Sector and the Halls of Government ADF…
Disease Outbreaks Can Quickly Overwhelm Resources, So Strengthening Military and Civilian Ties is Key ADF STAFF A highly contagious disease…