US struggles for influence in West Africa as military juntas rise
Officials detailed their efforts to partner with the military governments in a region where Islamic extremism is surging, and Russian influence expanding.
Source: stripes.com
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In This Heroes' Tale, Real People Risk Their Lives to Get to Europe
Matteo Garrone’s Oscar-nominated feature “Io Capitano” dramatizes the harrowing journeys made by thousands of Africans each month looking for a better life in Europe.
Matteo Garrone International Organization For Migration United Nations Academy Awards International Organization
Source: nytimes.com
Debate on ditching CFA begins as Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger forge new path
Amid talk of ditching West African franc, a colonial-era legacy, analysts unpack what it means for three Sahel states.
Source: aljazeera.com
Armed men kill four Niger soldiers near Nigeria border
NIAMEY, Niger, Feb 23, 2024 (BSS/AFP) - Four Nigerien soldiers died during a dawn raid by dozens of armed assailants
Source: bssnews.net
French Troops in Niger: Understanding the Complex Military Engagement
The historical context of French troops in Niger is rooted in the colonial past and the longstanding relationship between France and its
Takuba Task Islamic State Operation Serval Operation Barkhane French Military French Military Engagement
Source: manometcurrent.com
Gunmen Kill Four Soldiers, Injure Others In Attack Near Niger Republic, Nigeria's Border
No fewer than four Nigerien soldiers have been killed while two others sustained injuries during an attack by gunmen suspected to be terrorists near the border with Nigeria. It was learnt that the soldiers died during a dawn raid by gunmen, at Bassira, a border village, in the Maradi region, the country's state television announced Friday. A local elected official told AFP that “Armed men came in large numbers riding about 100 motorbikes and attacked the gendarme.”
Issoufou Mamane Security Forces Boko Haram Islamic State West Africa Province Investigative Reporting Breaking News
Source: saharareporters.com
Africa File
The Africa File provides regular analysis and assessments of major developments regarding state and non-state actors’ activities in Afric...
Source: criticalthreats.org
Russia and the G5 Sahel Group's Indivisible Security Relationship -By Kestér Kenn Klomegâh – Opinion Nigeria
There have been arguments these past several months. In February for example, the Director General of Radio France International (RFI), Jean Marc argued that the latest development in ECOWAS presents an opportunity for Africa to build new bridges and alliances. The fundamental question lies with ECOWAS, about its effectiveness and positive impact as a reputable regional bloc. In reality, it is all about Africa's autonomy, equal partnership, and building new bridges.
Source: opinionnigeria.com
Free movement in west Africa: three countries leaving Ecowas could face migration hurdles
Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso have much to lose if they cannot migrate to and from neighbouring countries in Ecowas.
Burkina Faso Alliance Of Sahel States African Union Monetary Union Waemu Monetary Union African Union Protocol On Free Movement
Source: theconversation.com
Benue anti-open grazing law still in force - Alia
Benue State governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has said the state's Open-Grazing Prohibition and Ranches Establishment Law is still in full force in the
Benue State Nigeria General Hyacinth Alia Open Grazing Prohibition Ranches Establishment Law Banquet Hall
Source: dailypost.ng