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ADF STAFF Democratic government systems are the overwhelming choice of people in Africa and beyond. Close to 69% of African…

ADF STAFF Nations that have invested in professional military education have little doubt about its worth.  “The payoff we see…

During more than 40 years in the military, Gen. Robert Kibochi, Ph.D., has held command positions such as vice chief…

ADF STAFF Threats in the coastal waterways of Africa have multiplied in recent years. Smuggling, piracy and oil bunkering all…

ADF STAFF An Army captain from Chad who died while protecting civilians in Mali has become only the second recipient…

ADF STAFF From farm fields to oil fields, Sudan’s military is deeply rooted in industries at the heart of the…

A Soldier from the Nigerien Armed Forces (FAN) swipes away desert sand in search of a simulated improvised explosive device…

ADF STAFF China’s interest and involvement in Africa includes everything from establishing economic markets to negotiating lucrative infrastructure projects worth…

ADF STAFF The primary job of Mauritania’s 300 camel-riding Mehari National Guard members is to patrol remote areas of the…

ADF STAFF For a nation’s military to be ethical and effective, it must adhere to certain objective standards. Chief among…