2. Algeria: The Algerian People’s National Armed Forces is the second most-powerful military base in Africa with an active labor force of more than 11 million, frontline personnel of 512,000, and 975 tanks and 148 MLRSs. When it comes to Algeria’s air power, the country owns close to 451 aircrafts and 210 helicopters. As of 2016, the defense budget of Algeria stands at $10.5 trillion.