Maritime security Archives

China-Led BRICS Naval Drill to Begin in South African Waters

The first naval exercise held under the expanded BRICS banner is set to begin on Friday in South African waters, marking a new step in defense cooperation among the bloc’s…

Africa News Now January 7, 2026

ANN West Africa

Senegalese Navy Rescues 282 Migrants Off Dakar Amid Rising Deaths on Atlantic Route

The Senegalese Navy rescued 282 migrants from a wooden canoe off the coast of Dakar on Saturday, in one of the largest recent interceptions along West Africa’s migration corridor. Authorities…

Africa News Now September 29, 2025

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Turkey and Egypt Launch First Joint Naval Exercise in 13 Years

Turkey and Egypt have kicked off their first joint naval exercise in more than a decade, marking a major step in restoring defense ties after years of political tensions. The…

Africa News Now September 26, 2025

ANN West Africa

President Tinubu Proposes New Security Force for West Africa’s Coastal Waters with Lagos as Headquarters

At the 38th African Union (AU) Summit held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu presented a groundbreaking proposal to establish a regional security force dedicated to safeguarding…

Africa News Now February 17, 2025

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Senegal and Mauritania Launch Second Joint Maritime Patrol to Combat Regional Security Threats

Senegal and Mauritania are stepping up their maritime security efforts with an enhanced operational partnership to address rising regional challenges. The two neighboring countries recently carried out their second joint…

Africa News Now February 10, 2025