Mali Burkina Niger launch joint military force against jihadists
The military juntas currently governing Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—united under the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—have convened an emergency summit in Bamako to formalize a landmark defense agreement. The…
Unified force of the AES: strategies to achieve regional security goals
how the unified force of the AES aims to reshape security in west africa leaders of the Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger convened in Bamako for a two-day summit to…
Can 2025: Morocco’s fans demand nothing less than victory
As the countdown to CAN 2025 begins, football enthusiasts across Africa are gearing up for the continent’s most prestigious tournament. For Morocco, the stakes couldn’t be higher—hosting the event on…
Mali’s 2025 anti-corruption week: empowering youth and strengthening judicial action
The National Anti-Corruption Week, for its 2025 edition, officially commenced on December 9, 2025, in Bamako. The launch event was presided over by the Minister of Justice and Human Rights,…
Burkina Faso’s commitment to lifelong protection through vaccination
Burkina Faso’s commitment to lifelong protection through vaccination Fada N’Gourma – While poliomyelitis remains a formidable threat, it is entirely preventable through immunization. In Burkina Faso, dedicated mothers are taking…
Economic warfare in west africa as militants spread beyond the Sahel
The struggle for dominance in the Sahel has entered a dangerous new phase, with militant groups escalating their tactics beyond traditional battlegrounds. As violence intensifies across Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger,…
Political crisis in Benin after failed coup attempt
The Bénin is currently facing a critical political crisis after a failed coup d’état over the weekend. The situation has drawn regional attention as neighboring countries react to the instability…
Un urges action as west and central africa face deepening humanitarian crisis
The United Nations and its partners are urgently appealing for $5.1 billion in 2026 to support 24 million vulnerable people across West and Central Africa, as part of a broader…
Un calls for urgent funding to tackle escalating humanitarian crisis in west and central africa
un calls for urgent funding to tackle escalating humanitarian crisis in west and central africa As part of its comprehensive $33 billion global humanitarian appeal for 2026, the United Nations…
A wave of military takeovers: africa’s shifting political landscape since 2020
Bénin recently became the latest addition to a growing roster of African nations where military officers have attempted to seize power since 2020. This particular military takeover, which unfolded on…
Bénin coup attempt: fugitives sought as all captives released
After a day of uncertainty on Sunday, following the dramatic appearance of military personnel on national television claiming to have ousted President Patrice Talon, the president himself declared later that…
Bénin thwarts alleged coup attempt amid regional instability concerns
Afrique Bénin thwarts alleged coup attempt amid regional instability concerns Gunshots rang out in the economic capital, and soldiers were observed restricting access to the presidential palace. Article Pourquoi faire…