Tag Archives: United States Africa Command

Nigeria calls for U.S. help on Boko Haram

December 12, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Nigeria has appealed to the United States to assist it in tackling the spate of violence occasioned by the dreaded Islamic sect, Boko Haram and other security breaches bedevilling the nation. President Goodluck Jonathan made the appeal Tuesday when General … read more »

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Nigeria: Boko Haram Capable of Exporting Violence

December 12, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

By Misbahu Bashir,Daily Trust Alliance between the Boko Haram sect and other groups around the word has increased the sect’s strength to export violence, General Carter F. Ham, Commander of US Africa Command, has said. The commander made the remarks … read more »

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US Africa policy will remain imperialistic

December 7, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

With the re-election of Barack Obama as president of the leading imperialist state in the world, the foreign policy orientation of the second administration will continue along the same trajectory of exploitation of the labour and resources of oppressed peoples … read more »

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The U.S. Pivots (Slightly) Toward Africa

December 6, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

By Michael Keating There is an old saying, ‘if you’re a hammer, you will see everything else as a nail.’ Today there is no bigger hammer in the world than the U.S. military, and in one of its newest interests, … read more »

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US military behind Africa news websites – sabahionline.com

November 13, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

AFPThis image downloaded from the internet on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2012, shows the main page of the sabahionline.com website, featuring an image made from video showing al-Qaida leader Ayman Al-Zawahri. At first glance it appears to be a sleek Horn … read more »

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Mali is fast becoming the Afghanistan of Africa

August 1, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Ramzy Baroud The Republic of Mali is fast becoming the Afghanistan of Africa. The reference is being applied with growing enthusiasm by Western media. The tragic reality is that Mali, with massive size and relatively sparse population — 1,240,000 km² … read more »

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At Stake in Mali: Refugees at Every Border

August 1, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

By Ramzy Baroud ‘We don’t even know who to be afraid of anymore,’ said Hama Ould Mohammad Bashir, a refugee from Mali (New York Times, July 18). ‘There are a lot of armed people, coming and going all the time.’ … read more »

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Why is Mali spiraling out of control?

August 1, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Northern Mali promises to be the graveyard of scores of innocent people if African countries don’t collectively challenge Western influence in the region. Mali is fast becoming the Afghanistan of Africa. The tragic reality is that Mali – a large … read more »

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The increasing US shadow wars in Africa

July 19, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Nick Turse They call it the New Spice Route, an homage to the medieval trade network that connected Europe, Africa and Asia, even if today’s “spice road” has nothing to do with cinnamon, cloves, or silks. Instead, it’s a superpower’s … read more »

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U.S. Military Expansion In Africa Aimed At China

June 29, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

[In] recent years have witnessed a radical shift of Africa’s role – not as a new important global player, but rather as an important playing ground for the new “Great Game”. And the country that has really changed the global … read more »

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US Military Expands Presence in Africa

June 25, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

The commander of U.S. forces for Africa, Army General Carter Ham, said Monday that the U.S. military is increasing its operations on the continent as terrorist groups begin to work closer together to carry out attacks in the region. The … read more »

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U.S. Department of State Secretary’s Remarks: Meeting With the Staff and Families of Embassy Monrovia

January 16, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Embassy Monrovia Monrovia, Liberia January 16, 2012 AMBASSADOR THOMAS-GREENFIELD: Good afternoon. It’s great to see all of you here in this building. I have one simple task: to introduce the person who needs no … read more »

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Africa Lies Naked to Euro-American Military Offensive

December 3, 2011 by benim

As the U.S. and its NATO allies move southward to further consolidate their grip on Africa, following the seizure of Libya and its vast oil fields, most of the continent’s leadership seems to welcome re-absorption into empire. “Africa is the … read more »

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US Air Force general: Expand ties with Africa

April 26, 2011 by benim

The U.S. Air Force chief of staff told Africa’s military leaders Tuesday that U.S. security interests on the continent are best served by building long-term partnerships with African nations and regional security organizations. Gen. Norton Schwartz said that an airpower … read more »

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Gadhafi’s snipers,tanks terrorize civilians

March 22, 2011 by benim

Moammar Gadhafi’s snipers and tanks are terrorizing civilians in the coastal city of Misrata, a resident said, and the U.S. military warned Tuesday it was “considering all options” in response to dire conditions there that have left people cowering in … read more »

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US fighter jet crashes over Libya, crew are safe only with minor injuries

March 22, 2011 by benim

A U.S. fighter jet crashed in Libya after an apparent equipment malfunction but both crewmembers were able to eject and were back in American hands with only minor injuries, U.S. officials said Tuesday. The F-15E Strike Eagle jet was conducting … read more »

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