As of 2026, Morocco has become the leading African nation in military drone capabilities, operating a fleet of 102 MALE (Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance) and HALE (High-Altitude Long-Endurance) unmanned aerial vehicles. This positions the country ahead of other African states in terms of drone numbers and technological sophistication.
The fleet includes a mix of Chinese-made Wing Loong II and Turkish Bayraktar TB2 drones, among others. These systems are used for surveillance, reconnaissance, and precision strike missions. Morocco's investment in drone technology is part of a broader military modernization program.
According to defense analysts, the North African kingdom's drone fleet is the largest on the continent, surpassing Egypt and Algeria. The expansion reflects Morocco's strategic focus on monitoring its borders and countering regional security threats.
