Power vacuum in west Africa’s Sahel: 3 ways China could fill the gap as west exits
China stands a good chance of taking advantage of the dwindling western presence in the Sahel region of west Africa.
Why Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger’s new plan to tackle extremist violence is likely to fail
The junta-led countries of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have announced a new joint military force to combat jihadist groups ...
Niger Red Cross ban comes amid 'dire humanitarian' situation
Niger has ordered the International Committee of the Red Cross to cease operations and for its foreign staff to leave the ...
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Crisis in the Sahel: Deadly Ambush Highlights Plight of Nigerien Soldiers
A recent ambush by criminals near Niger's border with Burkina Faso resulted in the death of at least 10 soldiers. The ...
At least 10 soldiers in Niger are killed in an ambush, the army says
Niger’s ruling military junta says that an ambush by a “group of criminals” killed at least 10 Nigerien soldiers near the country’s border with Burkina Faso ...
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Power Vacuum in West Africa's Sahel - 3 Ways China Could Fill the Gap As West Exits [analysis]
With France fast losing its influence in west Africa's Sahel region and an unpredictable US president in power, will China fill the vacuum?The Sahel region covers 10 countries: Burkina Faso, Cameroon, ...
At least 10 Nigerien soldiers are killed in an ambush, the army says
Niger’s ruling military junta says that an ambush by a “group of criminals” killed at least 10 Nigerien soldiers near the country’s border with Burkina Faso.
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Niger to hold ‘national convention’ on transition charter
Niger's military regime will organise a "national convention" from February 15 to 19, notably intended to set the duration of the Niger ...
Optimism grows as Niger holds convention on transition plans
Niger is set to hold a national convention to map out its long-awaited political transition following the July 2023 coup that ...