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SETAF-AF tests translation tech during Angola crisis response training
LUANDA, Angola — As U.S. Army medical professionals concluded a week-long knowledge exchange with the Angolan Military Health Division, U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) medical and public affairs personnel conducted a parallel test of emerging technology designed to bridge language gaps during multinational engagements, Sept. 20-27. While the medical team focused on infect...
New capabilities on horizon for African Lion 2026
AGADIR, Morocco – A multinational team of planners from military, government and industry sectors convened with the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces (FAR) in Agadir, Morocco, from Dec. 8-12, 2025, for the mid planning event (MPE) for African Lion 2026 (AL26). The week-long event allowed this diverse group of planners to synchronize and refine objectives. A central focus for AL26 will be a challenging c...
U.S. Africa Command Leadership Completes First Visit to Tunisia
U.S. Air Force Gen. Dagvin Anderson, commander of U.S. Africa Command, visited Tunis, Tunisia, with AFRICOM senior leaders, Nov. 12-14. Continuing a relationship over 200 years old, the command engaged face-to-face with Tunisian partners for discussions and demonstrations on how U.S.-Tunisia defense engagements have advanced Tunisia’s military operational capacity and contributions to regional sec...
Nigerian-American Officer Appointed Senior Pentagon Strategist
Brigadier General Chinedu Okafor, a distinguished Nigerian-American officer, has been appointed to a senior strategic role at the Pentagon, contributing directly to U.S. national defense planning and global security policy. His appointment reflects decades of disciplined service, intellectual excellence, and trusted leadership at the highest levels of command. Serving at the Pentagon places Brig. ...
BREAKING NEWS: Capt. Kelechi Ndukwe Promoted to Commodore
First Nigerian and Igbo-American to Command a U.S. Navy Warship History has been made as Captain Kelechi Ndukwe earns promotion to Commodore, taking command of the prestigious U.S. Destroyer Squadron 60 and serving as Commander, Task Force 65, based in Rota, Spain. This remarkable achievement not only highlights his dedication and leadership but also marks a monumental milestone for Nigerians and ...
Ghanaian-American Marine Receives Medal of Valor for Humanitarian Mission
Courage, sacrifice, and compassion met on the battlefield when Staff Sergeant Kwame Mensah, a Ghanaian-American serving in the United States Marine Corps, was awarded the prestigious Medal of Valor for his role in a humanitarian mission that saved dozens of lives. The mission, conducted in the aftermath of a devastating cyclone in Southeast Asia, required quick thinking and selfless action. When f...
Nigerian Navy Veteran Shares Insights on Transitioning to U.S. Army Life
Transitioning from one branch of service to another is a challenge on its own. For Nigerian-born veteran John Adewale, however, the journey from the Nigerian Navy to the U.S. Army carried both cultural and professional adjustments. Having served for nearly 12 years in the Nigerian Navy, Adewale relocated to the U.S. with his family in pursuit of new opportunities. Driven by a deep sense of service...
African Military Parents Association Hosts First Virtual Summit
In a historic moment for African parents with children in the U.S. military, the African American Military Parents (AAMP) Association successfully hosted its first-ever Virtual Summit. The online event brought together parents, service members, patrons, and metrons from across the globe, creating a unified space for dialogue, connection, and shared purpose. The summit featured keynote speeches fro...
Cameroonian-American Air Force Officer Promoted to Major
The African American Military Parents (AAMP) community proudly celebrates one of its own, Captain Emmanuel Nkwenti, who has officially been promoted to the rank of Major in the United States Air Force. A native of Cameroon, Major Nkwenti’s journey is a testament to dedication, resilience, and the promise of opportunity that comes with service. Having enlisted over a decade ago, Nkwenti distinguish...
Ethiopian-American Soldier Advocates for Mental Health in the Ranks
Specialist Luel Bekele Launches Peer Support Program for African-Born Service Members. Specialist Luel Bekele, an Ethiopian-born soldier stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, is leading an initiative to improve mental health awareness among African-born service members in the U.S. Army. Luel, who moved from Addis Ababa to the United States at age 14, understands the cultural stigma around mental health t...
Nigerian-American Army Medic Saves Lives in Overseas Deployment
Sergeant Emmanuel Adeyemi’s Quick Actions Earn U.S. Army Achievement Medal. In a heartwarming story of courage and skill, Sergeant Emmanuel Adeyemi, a U.S. Army combat medic originally from Lagos, Nigeria, has been awarded the Army Achievement Medal for saving multiple lives during a recent overseas mission. While deployed in Eastern Europe, Emmanuel was part of a convoy hit by an unexpected roads...
Kenyan-born U.S. Navy Officer Promoted to Commander
Commander Amina Mwangi Becomes Role Model for African Women in the Military. The African American Military Parents (AAMP) community is celebrating the historic promotion of Amina Mwangi, a Kenyan-born officer in the U.S. Navy, to the rank of Commander. This milestone not only reflects her dedication to service but also signals a breakthrough for African women in the U.S. Armed Forces. Amina joined...
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