The African Land Forces Summit 2025 (ALFS 25) has commenced in Accra, Ghana, with the Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, declaring the summit open on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama. The summit, themed “Optimizing Land Forces for the Emerging Security Environment,” brings together Land Forces Commanders from across Africa to enhance international cooperation in military and security affairs.
Dr. Omane Boamah highlighted the importance of multinational collaboration in addressing emerging threats such as cyber weaponization and AI advancements. U.S. Ambassador Virginia E. Palmer commended Ghana’s leadership in regional security and democratic governance, emphasizing that the summit would enhance interoperability among participating nations.
The summit, co-hosted by the U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) and the Ghana Armed Forces, features discussions guided by subject matter experts, plenary sessions, and small-group discussions. Attendees will also experience Ghanaian culture and view a military demonstration by the Ghana Armed Forces.
This year’s summit aims to build upon previous successes by fostering communication, cooperation, and planning among partner nations to address Africa’s most pressing transnational issues. The event underscores the importance of partnerships in strengthening collective defense strategies and fostering regional stability.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
