Sahel states launch new national anthem
The Confederation of Sahel States (AES) marked a symbolic milestone on June 9, as its anthem "Sahel Benkan" was played...
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Mali: Wagner Group replaced by Russian-owned Africa Corps
The Russian private military contractor, the Wagner Group, is set to be replaced in Mali by the Kremlin's own Africa...
Twin attacks in Mali highlight regional security crisis
As Mali’s junta struggles to contain the rampant militancy that has long plagued the country, twin attacks in Timbuktu and...
Chinese firm torched in Mali near Senegalese border
As militant violence continues to erupt through Mali, a recent attack in Kayes signals jihadists might be expanding their reach...
Niger steps in to fuel Northern Mali as Algeria ties sour
Niger and Mali have signed a series of agreements aimed at stabilizing fuel supply to Mali’s restive north— a move...
Mali: UN experts condemn political party suppression
Experts within the UN have voiced concerns at the deteriorating rights situation in Mali in reaction to the latest moves...
Ezra Nnko: The nationalisation of natural resources in the Sahel
On 4th December 2024, Orano, a French nuclear firm owning 63 percent of the Somair mine in Niger, released a...
Hundreds protest in Mali against junta’s attempt to extend power
Hundreds of protestors gathered outside the Palais de Culture in Mali’s capital, Bamako, on May 3rd and 4th in the...
Algeria seeking migration agreement with Sahel countries
Algeria's President Abdelmadjid Tebboune said he was in favour of the regularisation of undocumented workers, while Algeria continues to deport...
UN calls on Mali to investigate Wagner group executions
The UN has demanded that Mail immediately open an investigation into the alleged execution of civilians by the Malian army...
Mali’s military regime could be in power until 2030
Mali’s junta leader, Gen. Assimi Goïta, has won the backing of key political figures that could secure him presidency for...
Algeria to unveil streamlined military mobilisation bill
A bill streaming the process of military mobilisation in Algeria is set to be announced by the Minister for Justice...
Algeria drafts mobilisation bill as regional tensions rise
A new government bill has been drafted in Algeria to streamline the process of military mobilisation as tensions with Mali...
54 Beninese soldiers killed in attack by Sahel-based insurgents
The Beninese government has publicly confirmed that 54 of its troops were killed in an attack by insurgents near the...
Benin government admits over 54 soldiers killed in terrorist attack
Benin has admitted that over 54 soldiers were killed by Islamic insurgents during an attack on two military outposts near...
