Türkiye begins arms crafting in DR Congo, Nigeria, and Kenya

Atesci has recently announced a strategic collaboration with Afridex, a leading African company, to establish an ammunition production plant in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This joint venture is a significant milestone for the African defence industry, aiming to enhance the local manufacturing capabilities in the region and create a diverse array of ammunition sizes.

The investment amounting to tens of millions of euros underscores Atesci's commitment to expanding its defence production capacity within the African continent. This joint venture is expected to produce a wide range of ammunition types for the Democratic Republic of Congo and other African countries, marking a significant step towards achieving self-sustainability in ammunition provision for the region. The production facility is set to begin operations in July 2021, bringing advanced defence technology to the African market.

In 2022, Atesci landed a significant contract in Kenya to establish ammunition production lines for the Kenya Army, highlighting the company's growth strategy and innovation in the defence industry. Atesci has collaborated with Proforce Nigeria Limited, a key player in the armoured vehicle manufacturing sector in Nigeria, to produce ammunition, further strengthening the company's position in the African market.

Atesci's efforts to expand its international influence are part of Turkey's initiative to boost its role on the global stage, facilitating the entry of Turkish firms into African markets. The collaboration between Atesci and Afridex is part of the broader trend of global defence enterprises investing in African markets, bringing advanced defence technology and creating new opportunities for the local defence industry.

Kenya's military imports originate from various sources, with the primary ones being the United States, China, and Israel. Kenya's recent expansion of imports to include more sophisticated equipment, such as drones and surveillance systems, highlights the growing demand for advanced defence technology in the African market. With the establishment of the ammunition production plant in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Atesci is bringing advanced defence technology to the African continent, creating new opportunities and strengthening the local defence industry.