THE IMPACT OF THE RUSSIAN INVASION OF UKRAINE ON AFRICAN ARMED FORCES

--Facebook post by Eeben Barlow

For several years now, I have been warning African military forces about what I consider to be future defence and security problems, the failure to adapt doctrines and make doctrinal adjustments, the importance of informational dominance, and the folly of neglecting technology as a force multiplier.
Unfortunately, these warnings were never taken very seriously.

The invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Armed Forces in February 2022 will present Africa with numerous challenges and problems. These will not only effect daily necessities but will also have an enormous future knock-on effect African armed forces will have to contend with.
Given the huge amounts of ammunition and equipment the Russians committed to the Ukrainian front, along with the fierce resistance offered by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, equipment losses have been staggering. These losses will need to be replaced by both countries when the war is finally over.

Whereas NATO-supplied equipment has been able to exploit the vulnerabilities of Russian equipment, especially insofar as anti-armour weapon systems are concerned, it is noticeable that the Russian forces apparently have no effective counter.
The war has also highlighted many innovations and how an opposing force can be attacked. The deployment of weaponised commercial drones is one example.

Equally, gaining informational dominance is critical if one needs to shape perceptions, influence public opinion, and gain the moral high ground.
These are important lessons to take note of.

However, what ought to be of concern to African armed forces is the fact that both countries have already delved into their first-line reserve and second-line equipment. In addition, the military industries of both countries have suffered setbacks ranging from the destruction of factories to the acquiring of microchips and other high-tech elements, materials, and parts.
To rebuild their respective military industries, replace equipment losses, replenish ammunition stocks, as well as reequip their atrophied armed forces is going to take years, and at great cost.

The armed forces of many African states are equipped with Soviet-era or more recent Russian and Ukrainian equipment. Not only has the invasion highlighted the vulnerabilities of especially the older Russian equipment, it has also highlighted the folly of what appears to be Russian doctrinal stagnation.
It will become increasingly problematic for African armies to acquire ammunition and spares for this equipment, or to maintain it in good combat order. But the armed challengers and AGFs will experience the same problems.
Unless African armed forces start looking at developing their own defence industries to counter current and predicted threats, they will become willing victims of the fallout of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

NTSA:
Kdf school of artillery

saw this on twitter a while back
what's the identity of this artillery system and the guns below
excuse the ignorant 'special delivery' label i know these are not new but rather being transported

GreenandGold:



Let's not ruin this thread any further than this.... So I will end by this; the Voortrekkers (Boers) did not buy any land in SA.

I thank you

History, REAL HISTORY is important, especially on a thread like this despite the wails of a few. It explains the dynamic of conflict: e.g. does Putin have any issues with the J/Ukes? What has France done in their ex colonies that explains the systematic destabilization and deep poverty that has led to insurgencies and LICWs in Cameroon, Cote de Ivoire, Mali, Niger etc, etc? Why EXACTLY were Africans in settler enclaves so unhappy with their lot? Why was it only Algerians, Kikuyus, Zimbos and Saffas who took up arms and NOT Tzns, Malawians, Burkinabes or Gabonese?
Stand firm my dude! Someone is attempting to gaslight you. I should've mentioned this a page ago expounding on those you MUST ignore.

Psychologists use the term “gaslighting” to refer to a specific type of manipulation where the manipulator is trying to get someone else (or a group of people) to question their own reality, memory or perceptions. And it’s always a serious problem, according to psychologists.

[url][https://www.nbcnews.com/better/health/what-gaslighting-how-do-you-know-if-it-s-happening-ncna890866url]

Baliv254:


saw this on twitter a while back
what's the identity of this artillery system and the guns below
excuse the ignorant 'special delivery' label i know these are not new but rather being transported

Nora B-52 M21 155 mm Mobile Howitzer & Israeli TCM-20 anti-aircraft gun
Nora B-52 was some time back deployed in Somalia maybe you have seen the pics before .

Baliv254:


saw this on twitter a while back
what's the identity of this artillery system and the guns below
excuse the ignorant 'special delivery' label i know these are not new but rather being transported

Serb 155 milly SP Noras. The last looks like maybe a 23 mm ZSU in road formation, ie with wheels extended for transport. When firing their folded upwards allowing the whole structure to sit firmly on the ground.

kikuyu1:


Serb 155 milly SP Noras. The last looks like maybe a 23 mm ZSU in road formation, ie with wheels extended for transport. When firing their folded upwards allowing the whole structure to sit firmly on the ground.

can as well be a ZSU

Largest Radio Control meet I've ever been to. A lovely way to spend a Saturday in the winelands town of Robertson.
1/3...
Not my photos; mine came out too embarrassing.

2/3

3/3.

Lurker4Long:
Largest Radio Control meet I've ever been to. A lovely way to spend a Saturday in the winelands town of Robertson.
1/3...
Not my photos; mine came out too embarrassing.

Whoooottt! This is my childhood fantasy

Over here many don't know how to cool off. Or should I say our way of cooling off is work in itself.

I wish there was a community like this here

GreenandGold:



Let's not ruin this thread any further than this.... So I will end by this; the Voortrekkers (Boers) did not buy any land in SA.

I thank you

voortrekkers maybe not... The Transvaal definitely

Thanks for the debate my bru

NAF DAY

Video of a Nigerian Air Force Helicopter dumping flares in the beautiful city of Abuja.

Nigerian Air Force Day!!

https://mobile.twitter.com/musingsofenigma/status/1528531494699950081

NAF DAY LIVE

https://twitter.com/NigAirForce/status/1528665306352087041?t=FsLBxECbn6OWYZoTAPSfUg&s=19

NAF DAY LIVE

https://fb.watch/db2SVE2-q8/

NAF DAY | Expect Fireworks


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqvRH02W5bM

kabe1:
Chinese Z-20 Helicopter.

Seeing the current arms embargo the Russians are likely going to face, Nigeria could consider this helicopter in the future.

Although, I seriously doubt the Americans would allow Nigeria purchase a copy of an American helicopter from China.

What China cannot copy, doesn't exist.

Who has any information about NASRDA CSTP project.




Odunayaw kabe1 Covert1 Toju200 Stormtrooper11

Covert1:
NAF DAY | Expect Fireworks


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqvRH02W5bM

Clearer Link.




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-c8LoR84Xjs

NAF DAY (Better LIVE Viewing With Jet Sound)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-c8LoR84Xjs

kabe1:


Clearer Link.




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-c8LoR84Xjs

Indeed..!

The NAF has just again in full view of the whole world classified the JF-17 Thunder in Nigerian Designation as a 4.5 Generation Multi-role Fighter Jet capable of the full spectrum of precision Air Warfare including maritime Ops.

Any one who dares argue with me must show his rank in a reputable National Air Force.

Note: The NAF was clear the Nigerian Air force is about the best in these parts of the world both in terms of manpower and inventory.

Aside: Couldn't quite capture very well the JF-17s, too fast at 1.6 mach. Please see open sources. I expect some in the following days.

Lurker4Long:
Largest Radio Control meet I've ever been to. A lovely way to spend a Saturday in the winelands town of Robertson.
1/3...
Not my photos; mine came out too embarrassing.

You bring a real camera to these things, cellphones never work. .. samples of my last aircraft show.

The NAF has just again in full view of the whole world classified the JF-17 Thunder in Nigerian Designation as a 4.5 Generation Multi-role Fighter Jet capable of the full spectrum of precision Air Warfare including maritime Ops.

Any one who dares argue with me must show his rank in a reputable National Air Force.

Note: The NAF was clear the Nigerian Air force is about the best in these parts of the world both in terms of manpower and inventory.

Aside: Couldn't quite capture very well the JF-17s, too fast at 1.6 mach. Please see open sources. I expect some in the following days

A Nigerian Air Force 4.5 Cadre JF-17 Thunder

Nigerian made DICON Alkali MRAP deployed by the Nigerian Air Force for Base defence in Kano.

OutOfContext:
Who has any information about NASRDA CSTP project.

Type "NASRDA CSTP Nairaland" on google. You'd see all we have posted concerning it

GreenandGold:


You bring a real camera to these things, cellphones never work. .. samples of on my last aircraft show.

My weekend on Route 62 was only to replenish my wine cellar. Mates 'flying' in the RC meet rang me to tell me they were in Robertson. Nonetheless, I really should have a camera permanently in the car.
Seeing you're upcountry, let me rub it in:
https://route62.co.za/

Lurker4Long:



My weekend on Route 62 was only to replenish my wine cellar. Mates 'flying' in the RC meet rang me to tell me they were in Robertson. Nonetheless, I really should have a camera permanently in the car.
Seeing you're upcountry, let me rub it in:
https://route62.co.za/

Upcountry is where the fun is at... who else can claim to have a BlackHawk painted in white

**I envy the many varieties of wines though**

Ukraine armored vehicle destroyed near Zarya plant in Rubizhne.

Balogunodua:
Ukraine armored vehicle destroyed near Zarya plant in Rubizhne.

The cabin is still in tact... Impressive

Nigerian Air Force colour party.