# U.S. Army Prioritizes Counter-UAS in Africa

Maj. Gen. Matthew Brown identified counter-unmanned aircraft systems (counter-UAS) as the top innovation priority for U.S. Army forces in Africa, citing the need to protect expeditionary operations and command posts from Group 1, 2, and 3 drones operated by terrorist groups. This is a capability demand signal, not an announced solicitation or contract.

- Contractors with deployable counter-UAS capabilities can use this priority to assess potential fit with Army operational needs.
- Companies should follow Army and AUSA channels for requirements, demonstrations, and follow-on acquisition activity; no specific procurement timeline or contract value was announced.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 15, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Army Southern European Task Force-Africa (SETAF-AF)
- U.S. Army (US Army)

### Sources
- [Counter-UAS Top Innovation Priority For Commander Of Army Forces In Africa - Defense Daily](https://www.defensedaily.com/counter-uas-top-innovation-priority-for-commander-of-army-forces-in-africa/unmanned-systems) - Defense Daily