Swiss Aid Worker Detained in Burkina Faso Amid Growing Regional Tensions
In a development that has caught the attention of diplomatic circles, a Swiss citizen working on a U.S.-funded aid project has been arrested in Burkina […]
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Morocco contributes to Niger energy security
Already one of the least electrified countries in the World, Niger is about to start operating a power station offered by Morocco in a bid […]
Mali’s Military Launches Probe into Disturbing Video of Alleged Soldier Misconduct
The Malian armed forces have initiated an investigation into a shocking video that has sparked outrage and concern across social media platforms. The footage, which […]
Senegal’s Youthful President Tasked with Reuniting Fractured ECOWAS
Senegal’s 44-year-old President Basirou Diomaye Faye has been entrusted with the challenging mission of reuniting the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) following the […]
Sahel: Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso Set Up Confederation, Sending Strong Message to Algiers & Paris
Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso have set up a Confederation to defend their shared geostrategic interest, sending a strong message to the Algerian regime and […]
Deadly Deluge: Niger’s Early Monsoon Claims Lives, Destroys Dwellings
As Niger’s rainy season begins, the predominantly arid nation faces an unexpected crisis. Within mere weeks, floods have claimed 21 lives and affected over 6,000 […]
Niger’s Junta-Controlled Court Strips Immunity from Ousted President Bazoum
In a controversial move, Niger’s highest court, now under the control of the military junta that seized power last summer, has lifted the immunity of […]
Rescue Efforts Underway as Dozens Remain Entombed in Nigerian Mine Accident
Dozens of gold miners are trapped underground after a mining pit collapsed in central Niger’s state on Monday due to heavy rainfall. The incident was […]
Russia Deepens African Ties as West’s Influence Wanes
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in Guinea on Monday, continuing his recent tour of West Africa. His visits come as some African nations grow […]
Niger-Benin Pipeline Dispute: Stalemate Continues
The Benin-Niger inter-state committee meeting failed to resolve ongoing issues between the two nations. Both countries have partnered with China National Petroleum Corp on an […]