Latest "US drones in Africa" stories

New in 2019: Two new US air bases in Africa nearing completion

U.S. Africa Command is hoping to finish two new air bases in 2019, one in Niger and one in Somalia, to stage operations against militants in the region.

By Kyle Rempfer

4 years ago

Changes are coming for special ops troops deploying to Africa in the aftermath of the deadly Niger ambush

Defense Secretary Jim Mattis is looking at changing how U.S. special operations forces are prepared for missions in Africa after an October ambush by extremists in Niger revealed training shortfalls for troops headed into conflict zones.

By Kyle Rempfer

4 years ago