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Russia sends military trainers, air defence system to Niger: State media

Violence in the region has worsened since coups in Niger and its neighbours Mali and Burkina Faso.

Al Jazeera

Unexpected Strawberry Crop Spins Burkina's 'Red Gold'

In the suburbs of Burkina Faso's capital Ouagadougou, lucrative strawberry farming is supplanting traditional crops like cabbage and lettuce and has become a top export to neighbouring countries.

International Business Times

Insecurity erodes chances of return to civilian rule in Niger and Mali

Attacks by jihadists are on the rise in both Niger and Mali, where juntas are keen to hold on to power. The volatile situation in the Sahel region is casting a long shadow over future elections and the return to civilian rule, which now look increasingly distant.

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Did Russia, Iran provoke Niger walkout from US military pact?

Niger’s ruling military angered by US accusations of ‘secret deals’ with Iran and partnering with Russia.

Al Jazeera

‘Russia’s African lab’: How Putin won over Burkina Faso after French adieu

Russia is increasing its influence in Burkina Faso, where disillusionment with French politics has left a void.

Al Jazeera

Turkey, Iran, Morocco Joust For Greater Role In Sahel

Turkey, Iran and Morocco are vying for a greater economic and military role in Africa's Sahel after former colonial ruler France's forced withdrawal from the volatile region.

International Business Times

Fanning Mistrust On Health, Russia Seeks Foothold In West Africa

"Health and Sovereignty" was the theme. "Medical sovereignty is one of the multifaceted parts of sovereignty and Russia wants to help African countries advance it," he said in French to the Burkina24 network at the conference, where some wore stickers of the Russian and Burkina Faso flags.

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Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso to launch anti-jihadist force

Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali have agreed to set up a joint force to tackle security threats across their territories.

Radio France Internationale

Joint Sahel Security Force Faces Challenges In Fighting Extremism

Learn about the challenges faced by a joint security force formed by Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso to combat extremist violence in the Sahel region.

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About 170 people killed in Burkina Faso attacks, regional official says

The West African Sahel nation has been struggling to contain armed groups for a decade.

Al Jazeera

Burkina Faso prosecutor says around 170 'executed' in attacks on villages

Around 170 people were "executed" in attacks on three villages in northern Burkina Faso a week ago, a regional prosecutor said in a statement on Sunday.

Radio France Internationale

'170 People Executed' In Attacks On Burkina Villages: Prosecutor

Around 170 people were "executed" in attacks on three villages in northern Burkina Faso a week ago, a regional prosecutor said on Sunday as jihadist violence flares in the junta-ruled country.

International Business Times

‘We don’t need air con’: how Burkina Faso builds schools that stay cool in 40C heat

Architects use local materials and merge traditional techniques with modern technology to make schools and orphanages cool, welcoming places

The Guardian - UK

15 Catholic Worshippers Killed In Burkina Faso Terrorist Attack

Tragic attack in Burkina Faso claims 15 lives, highlighting ongoing instability and security threats in the region.

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Al Jazeera

ECOWAS lifts sanctions on Niger amid tensions in West Africa bloc

The West African alliance holds Abuja summit amid political crises that have rocked the region.

Al Jazeera

Debate on ditching CFA begins as Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger forge new path

Amid talk of ditching West African franc, a colonial-era legacy, analysts unpack what it means for three Sahel states.

Al Jazeera

‘ECOWAS is making efforts to get across to Niger’: Nigerian defence chief

Ahead of an ECOWAS summit in Abuja, the Nigerian general speaks to Al Jazeera about insecurity in West Africa.

International Business Times

W.Africa Bloc Urges 'Reconciliation' With Coup-hit States

West Africa's regional bloc called for "reconciliation" with Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger on Friday after emergency talks on the coup-hit countries' withdrawal from the group.

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Coups in West Africa Threaten Stability and Regional Blocs

The coup-hit nations of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are hastily quitting West Africa's regional bloc, ECOWAS, without following the proper exit protocols.

The Guardian - UK

Mali 2-1 Burkina Faso: Africa Cup of Nations, last 16 – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: Mali reach the Afcon last eight for the first time in over a decade after a narrow win over neighbours Burkina Faso

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West African Countries Withdraw from ECOWAS, Cite Lack of Support

The recent withdrawal of three coup-hit countries from the West African regional bloc ECOWAS highlights the challenges facing the region's stability and th...

Al Jazeera

Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso announce withdrawal from ECOWAS

The three nations, led by military governments, accused the regional bloc of becoming a threat to member states.

International Business Times

Burkina, Mali, Niger Quit West African Bloc ECOWAS

The military regimes in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger announced Sunday their immediate withdrawal from the West African bloc ECOWAS, saying it has become a threat to member states.

Evening Standard

Mali vs Burkina Faso: AFCON prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

A tough quarter-final test awaits for whoever progresses

Al Jazeera

Burkina Faso army strikes killed dozens of civilians, says HRW

The army’s fight against rebels has been criticised as heavy-handed, with the HRW report being the latest criticism.

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