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| Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by WriterNig(op): 8:11pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
https://static.timesofisrael.com/www/uploads/2024/10/AP24285240068154.jpg https://bulgarianmilitary.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Russia-opens-factory-in-Senegal-for-military-and-MRAP-vehicles-1.jpg 🇷🇺 Russia is stepping up its involvement with local manufacturers in 🇸🇳 Senegal, underscored by a recent press conference in Moscow with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and his Senegalese counterpart, Aïssata Tall Sall. A notable development from this collaboration is the opening of a plant by KamAZ, a leader in heavy-duty military land vehicles. This facility will focus on producing both civilian and military heavy-duty vehicles. “Various Russian investors are contributing to Africa’s development,” remarked Sall. “We will soon see the KamAZ plant established in Senegal,” she added. KamAZ, is internationally recognized for its capabilities in crafting both military and specialized vehicles, offers an impressive lineup of heavy-duty vehicles tailored for combat and logistical operations. Among its key models are the Typhoon-K armored personnel carriers [KamAZ-63968] and MRAP [Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected] vehicles, designed specifically to endure mine blasts and ambushes. Additionally, KamAZ manufactures several military truck variants for transporting troops and cargo, like the well-regarded KamAZ-5350 and KamAZ-4310 models, known for their performance in challenging battlefield conditions. These vehicles are not only pivotal to Russia’s military strength but also actively support international missions. Senegal stands out as a vital export market for KamAZ, with 167 vehicles recently delivered to the country. Among these, the KamAZ-5460 tractors take the spotlight, aimed at streamlining container transport from the bustling port of Dakar. Back in 2021, an initiative was undertaken to train Senegalese drivers and mechanics, both on-site and at the KamAZ training center in Naberezhnye Chelny, ensuring proficient handling and maintenance of these vehicles. Local insights suggest that beyond these robust heavy-duty trucks, both civilian and military, Senegal is set to manufacture Russian versions of the MRAPs, utilizing the KamAZ chassis. Over the years, KamAZ has been a significant supplier of MRAPs [Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected vehicles] to numerous African nations. The KamAZ “Typhoon” series, featuring models like the KamAZ-53949, has become indispensable in many military fleets across the continent. With their formidable mine protection and versatile design, they are adept at handling challenging African landscapes. These vehicles are frequently deployed for troop movements, medical evacuations, and even anti-tank operations in regions grappling with insurgencies. While delivery numbers are somewhat fluid, it’s estimated that hundreds of Typhoon MRAPs have found their way into African territories as part of Russia’s expanding defense collaborations. Nations such as Algeria, Sudan, and Egypt have become key recipients, notably of the KamAZ-63968 model, renowned for its exceptional defense against IEDs and mines. The forthcoming establishment of a KamAZ plant in Senegal in 2024 is anticipated to boost these numbers, highlighting Russia’s growing military footprint and the escalating demand for such vehicles across Africa. The launch of a new KamAZ production facility in Senegal is poised to significantly enhance the local economy by creating job opportunities and fostering industrial growth. This factory is set to generate employment for local residents, not only in manufacturing but also in support roles like logistics and maintenance. Moreover, the development of infrastructure and the formation of a supply chain network will improve the region’s business climate, potentially drawing more investments into the heavy industry sector. This facility will play a crucial role in advancing Senegal’s manufacturing landscape, providing local workers with training and the chance to develop new technical skills. On a broader scale, the KamAZ plant will fortify economic relationships between Russia and African nations, positioning Senegal as a significant hub for the regional production of military and specialized vehicles. This can potentially lead to an increase in Senegal’s exports and trade, particularly with other African markets that require such transportation solutions. Additionally, the local production of MRAP vehicles will enhance the country’s independence in the defense and security sectors, lessening reliance on imports for these essential items. BG Military 13 Likes 2 Shares
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| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by WriterNig(op): 8:18pm On Oct 12, 2024*. Modified: 9:37pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
When you're surrounded by vampires and sharks who are eying your resources you'll have no choice but to build excessive weapons to protect yourself from those blood suckers. The same vampires that have been sucking Africa dry since time inception. Russia has massive territory to defend, so even those accumulated weapons are not enough to defend every inch. Russia is like a continent on its own with only 145 million people. BTW there's no single technology that the west has that Russia can not produce. SmartPolician:👍🏻 Like for Russia-Putin, share for USA/Nazi/NATO 卍 49 Likes 7 Shares
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| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by SmartPolician: 8:19pm On Oct 12, 2024*. Modified: 8:38pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Other countries are investing massively in all areas, including tech, space travel and exploration, EVs, medical sciences, education, aeronautics, engineering, etc. From the US to China, Japan to South Korea, these countries are racing to stand out in these industries. That's why the world turns to America whenever there's a global challenge. Where do you see Russia? You don't get to see their companies competing in those spaces. It's always military hardware, arms, ammunition, etc. I don't know who they are accumulating all those for. Perhaps they'll use them to kill themselves someday. 56 Likes 8 Shares |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by brain54(m): 8:21pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Russia's military footprint is growing in Africa... 13 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by MadPolitician: 8:25pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Russia and China are the real friends that Africa needs. The other group only wants to enslave you and turn Africa into a giant slave camp. 37 Likes 5 Shares |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by SmartPolician: 8:36pm On Oct 12, 2024*. Modified: 4:08am On Oct 13, 2024 |
MadPolitician:No advanced country in this world trades its interest just to please another. Africa needs everyone who offers her favourable trade terms. Any company that comes to Africa in search of raw materials shouldn't be allowed to operate on the continent. 27 Likes 2 Shares |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by zuchyblink(m): 8:53pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Yoruba soup is better than Igbo soup. Bobrisky bum bum Akpi VDM This government will favour me and my family. Unknown Igbo men insulted Oba of Benin. These are more important things in Nigeria than development 18 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by WriterNig(op): 8:54pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
SmartPolician:That automatically disqualifies the west (UK, US & France). Russia has resources in abundance and has no need for Africa. 23 Likes 3 Shares |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by gabmanuel(m): 8:55pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Why does Tinubu want Nigerians dead  7 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by MadPolitician: 8:57pm On Oct 12, 2024*. Modified: 6:15am On Oct 14, 2024 |
SmartPolician:Can you be more specific? When i talk about the Russians and the Chinese, I'm talking of the importance of aligning with functional super powers, that are willing to invest here, transfer technologies and help you perfect your industrial growth, based on their experiences. The Chinese can do that. The Russians are doing so. We have been with the west for over 500 years. These mongrels don't rate us. All they do here is to buy slaves, colonise and impose dangerous dictators on us. Obviously, the west believes that in other to get their raw materials cheap, Africa needs to be perennially subjugated. That stance is evil and is the root cause of all that is evil in this continent 18 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by WriterNig(op): 8:58pm On Oct 12, 2024*. Modified: 9:30pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Appletek:Dummy. Which country was the first to invent COVID 19 vaccine?? RUSSIA.. Sputnik V vaccine. 33 Likes 5 Shares |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by Pickmycall: 8:58pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
HIMARS go destroy them 1 Like |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by WriterNig(op): 8:59pm On Oct 12, 2024*. Modified: 9:32pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Pickmycall:Lol The same HIMARS that Russia have reduced its effectiveness to less than 10%? Ukraine launched over 100 Himars missiles and only about 9 struck targets. The rest were shot down. https://interestingengineering.com/military/himars-ineffective-russian-jamming 14 Likes 2 Shares
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| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by Pickmycall: 9:02pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
WriterNig:Link.You wrote destroyed but your link post said jamming.Which one we go believe? 1 Like |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by otomatic(m): 9:03pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Western sanctions on Senegal loading ... 2 Likes |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by WriterNig(op): 9:04pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by Pickmycall: 9:05pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
WriterNig:Is it jamming or destroyed? 1 Like |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by atiku4President(m): 9:05pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
SmartPolician:Absolute falsehood. Russia is investing in all other areas, in most cases even better than the US 12 Likes 2 Shares
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| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by WriterNig(op): 9:07pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Pickmycall:Does it matter what you call it? If it got jammed then it fell from the sky and probably destroyed itself. 11 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by id4sho(m): 9:09pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Amelika sponsored arsonist will soon visit there🔥💥💯 Nigeria Army has KamAZ 4X4 infantry truck carrier. Bought under President Muhammadu Buhari 4 Likes |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by Stand2geda(m): 9:09pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Russia leads, the world follows 7 Likes 3 Shares |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by saphiere(f): 9:09pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
We need one factory in Nigeria. 2 Likes |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by SEGLIZ: 9:09pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
good one and good for them. Russia penetrating Africa through West Africa. 1 Like |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by Honestey: 9:11pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Everyone is getting linked to their war. |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by HAPPINESSWEALTH(f): 9:11pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
I hope our leaders are seeing this one, not the way that they are trying to take Nigerians backward , we love our role model Princess FChukwu 1 Like 2 Shares |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by Lungs: 9:12pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
Is T- pain sleeping ? |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by Ppogbae: 9:12pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
If push comes to shove and war breaks out b/w Russia and NATO, Senegal would be a fair target 2 Likes |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by olisaEze(m): 9:13pm On Oct 12, 2024*. Modified: 3:49pm On Oct 14, 2024 |
The new frontier of the Cold War is Africa, and Russia has captured the Sahel region without firing a single shot. Just proving to be a better partner to the independent states there is all Putin did. The West needs to realize that Africans aren’t fools that will always be led like cattle by foolish leaders in world where information travels at the speed of light. Africa is not such a dark continent anymore, and Oyinbo pipo cup don dey too full.  5 Likes 2 Shares |
| Re: Russia Opens Military Factory In Senegal For Production Of Armored Vehicle (Pix) by NSNO(m): 9:14pm On Oct 12, 2024 |
atiku4President:LOL. You are comparing America's space program with Russia's? You are joking. Russia needs to do much more to dethrone the US. America is currently leading the world in almost all spheres of human endeavours. Almost every other country is playing catch up to the US. 2 Likes 1 Share |
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