US and African Partners Begin Planning for African Lion 2027
By Defence Circle/Images:Capt. Jordan Beagle The United States and the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces have commenced preparations for African Lion 2027, the largest multinational military exercise on the African continent. The initial planning event, hosted by the U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) and Morocco’s Forces Armées Royales (FAR), took place at Southern […]
Airbus Marks 50 Years in Africa with Continued Investment in South African Aviation
By Defence Circle/Image:Jarryd Sinovich Airbus highlighted its 50-year presence on the African continent during its media briefing at the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 exhibition, outlining its contribution to aviation development, local industry, technical training and aerospace support across the region. Nam-Binh Hoang, Managing Director of Airbus Southern Africa, represented the company during the […]
Indian Navy’s INS Tarkash Arrives in Simon’s Town for Exercise IBSAMAR IX
by Defence Circle/Image:Indian Navy The Indian Navy’s INS Tarkash arrived at Simon’s Town, South Africa, on 11 October 2026, marking an important milestone in preparations for Exercise India-Brazil-South Africa Maritime Exercise IX (IBSAMAR IX). The arrival brings India’s naval presence to the South African coast as the Indian, Brazilian and South African navies prepare to […]