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The recent death of Lahbib Mohamed Abdelaziz, son of former Polisario Front leader Mohamed Abdelaziz, has cast uncertainty over the ongoing negotiations regarding the Western Sahara conflict. Analysts are questioning …
Death of Mohamed Abdelaziz’s son raises questions about Western Sahara peace talks Read More
Mali A recent propaganda video released by the armed group JNIM, an affiliate of Al-Qaeda, offers a stark illustration of the attack carried out on April 25 against the military …
Mali: a propaganda video unveils jnim’s evolving strategic approach Read More
General Abdourahamane Tiani’s recent visit to Ankara, marked by the signing of several cooperation agreements and a joint declaration, unequivocally demonstrated the close political alignment between Türkiye and Niger. Hosted …
Ankara and Niamey strengthen strategic partnership, erdoğan supports general tiani Read More
In a move reflecting the tightening grip on dissent in Niger, activist Nassirou Bodo has been remanded in custody at the Niamey prison. This follows his arrest after he voiced …
Nigerien activist Nassirou Bodo imprisoned for challenging military authorities Read More
Tchad’s democratic backslide: opposition leaders handed harsh sentences The Tchadian authorities have taken another decisive step toward tightening their grip on power by sentencing eight opposition figures to eight years …
Tchad political repression grows as opposition leaders jailed Read More
A concerning escalation of tactics has been observed in Zémio, situated within the Haut-Mbomou prefecture of the Central African Republic. Reports indicate that Russian mercenaries operating in the area are …
Russian mercenaries employ scorched earth tactics, targeting zémio’s agricultural granaries Read More
In Burkina Faso, the ruling military junta has moved to suspend the nation’s leading student organization. This significant development also saw the arrest of the group’s principal leader. The measures …
Burkina Faso’s junta suspends leading student body, arrests chief Read More
Burkina Faso: influential imam detained after criticizing regime Sunni Imam Mohamad Ishaq Kindo was taken into custody by security forces in Ouagadougou on Tuesday. His detention occurred just days after …
Burkina Faso: influential imam detained after criticizing regime Read More
General Assimi Goïta is a pivotal figure in Mali’s current political trajectory, navigating a nation facing profound challenges. This context involves various key entities and historical figures shaping Mali’s future. …
Assimi goïta’s pivotal role in a vulnerable Mali Read More
Bamako’s junta faces a strategic vacuum Mali is no longer merely a nation in distress; it has become a critical flashpoint for the entire Sahel region. The combined pressure from …
Mali’s deepening crisis: a fractured front and the shadow of russian missteps in the Sahel Read More
Senegal’s newly enacted anti-homosexuality law, which significantly escalates penalties for “unnatural acts,” is now manifesting its initial judicial consequences amidst considerable controversy. Just six weeks following its promulgation, over a …
Senegal’s anti-homosexuality law: legal challenges and human rights concerns Read More
Life in Bamako, the bustling capital of Mali, continues under a persistent state of emergency. Islamist militias have imposed blockades on key city access points, fostering a pervasive apprehension regarding …
Bamako’s enduring spirit: daily life under a state of emergency Read More