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AFRIDEX 2026 To Showcase The Future Of Land Defence Across Africa

03 June 2026

AFRIDEX 2026 to Showcase the Future of Land Defence, Tactical Mobility and Battlefield Capability Development Across Africa

Lagos, Nigeria – AFRIDEX 2026 is set to bring together a significant international line-up of defence manufacturers, military technology providers, indigenous industry leaders, and government stakeholders as African armed forces continue accelerating investment in land defence modernisation, operational readiness, force protection, and tactical battlefield capability development.

29 May 2026

AFRIDEX Unveils One of the World’s Most Operationally Immersive Defence Exhibition Environments

The Africa International Defence Exhibition, has announced the launch of its Outdoor Static Display and Live Demonstration Areas, creating a major new platform for defence and security companies to showcase operational capability in front of international delegations, procurement stakeholders, senior military leadership, industry leaders and global media.

21 May 2026

GROWING EUROPEAN INTEREST POSITIONS AFRIDEX 2026 AS A KEY INTERNATIONAL DEFENCE ENGAGEMENT PLATFORM

European defence, aerospace and security companies are showing strong and increasing interest in AFRIDEX 2026, with 46% of confirmed exhibitors currently originating from across Europe.

15 May 2026

AFRIDEX HIGHLIGHTS AFRICA’S PUSH FOR SOVEREIGN DEFENCE SUPPLY CHAINS BY 2028

Africa’s Defence Sector Accelerates Localisation, Manufacturing and Strategic Partnerships. Africa’s defence sector is entering a new era of localisation, strategic partnerships and regional manufacturing growth, as nations across the continent focus on strengthening sovereign defence capability and reducing long term reliance on imported systems.

21 April 2026

The Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026 to Spotlight International Pavilions Driving Global Defence Collaboration in Africa

The Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026 will place its International Pavilions at the centre of the event, creating a powerful platform for nations to showcase capability, strengthen partnerships, and engage directly with Africa’s evolving defence and security landscape.

Connecting The Global Defence Industry With African Buyers

15 April 2026

Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026 to Connect Global Defence Industry with African Buyers Across the Continent

Connecting international suppliers with verified African buyers and official delegations across Land, Maritime, Air, Space, and Cyber domains

10 April 2026

Artemis II Signals a New Era for Africa’s Role in Space

As Artemis II completes its historic journey beyond the Moon, the mission marks a defining moment in human spaceflight. It also highlights a broader shift that is increasingly relevant for Africa. Space exploration is no longer dominated by a handful of nations. It is becoming a global effort, and Africa is steadily positioning itself within that ecosystem.

02 April 2026

Nigeria Reinforces Defence Strategy Amid Growing Focus on Capability and Accountability

Nigeria is reinforcing its commitment to strengthening defence and security capabilities, as the Senate approves an extension of the 2025 budget’s capital component implementation from March 31 to June 30, 2026

01 April 2026

Drones Take Flight: Africa’s Modern Warfare Shift

Drones and other aerial platforms have become a critical component of monitoring and rapid response across Africa’s most contested regions. Across the continent, drones are transforming how wars are fought. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) provide real time surveillance, precision targeting, and rapid response capabilities, enabling militaries to monitor remote and challenging environments while reducing risk to personnel.

01 April 2026

AI Reshaping African Defence: A Growing Focus for AFRIDEX

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future ambition for African defence forces, it is fast becoming an operational reality. Across the continent, nations are deploying AI enabled technologies to strengthen border security, enhance maritime awareness, and support faster, more informed decision making in increasingly complex threat environments.

25 November 2025

Africa International Defence Exhibition 2026: Nigeria’s Defence Corporation, dmg events partner to convene Africa’s Largest Security Exhibition in Nigeria

dmg events, in partnership with the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON), today announced the launch of the Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX), to reinforce security in the region.

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