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What is the Azawad Liberation Front, part of the Mali attacks?
Tuaregs have long fought for independence in northern Mali, and the FLA represents the latest of many rebellions.
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Why are some African countries banning US citizens from entry?
Mali and Burkina Faso are the latest to issue ‘tit-for-tat’ bans on visas for US citizens with immediate effect.
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Will Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso bloc reshape the Sahel?
A recent summit of The Alliance of Sahel States has raised security and economic hopes for Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger.
Published On 31 Dec 2025
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A marriage of three: Will Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso bloc reshape the Sahel?
Since withdrawing from ECOWAS, the post-coup countries have inaugurated a new bank, TV station and joint military force.
Niger’s military rulers order ‘general mobilisation’ against armed groups
Military rulers expand emergency powers, warning that people, property, and services may be requisitioned.
Sahel summit: What is the biggest challenge facing the region?
Sahel countries launch a joint battalion to fight armed groups as they boost ties with Russia amid rising insecurity.
Burkina Faso leader vows AES alliance crackdown on armed groups in Sahel
Burkina Faso, Niger, Mali have launched joint battalion aiming to bolster sovereignty after group booted out France, US.
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Can Alliance of Sahel States find a way to curb advance of armed groups?
Leaders from Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso are hoping to find a way to repel advancing fighters linked to al-Qaeda.
Published On 21 Dec 2025
Has Benin’s foiled coup made ECOWAS a West African heavyweight once more?
The regional bloc seemed resigned to the coup crises rocking the region until the Benin attempt this month.
Nigeria says it deployed jets, troops to Benin to ‘dislodge coup plotters’
Nigeria’s president says he sent fighter jets, troops to Benin to help quell a coup attempt by mutinous soldiers.
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West African culture takes center stage at Dakar’s ECOFEST 2025
ECOFEST 2025 in Dakar, Senegal focuses on how culture fosters resilience amid political crises in West Africa.
Published On 5 Dec 2025
