The appointment of China’s new defence attaché to Niger signals a larger move by Beijing to fortify security in Africa, experts say.

As Africa’s Sahel region has replaced the Middle East as the epicenter of jihadism, young men are flocking to the cause. They ...

Russia is expanding its influence in Africa as democracy wanes, with military strongmen carrying out coups and the United ...

NIAMEY - A commission in military junta-led Niger has recommended a minimum five-year transition to democratic rule following ...

Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso were to officially quit the West African bloc Ecowas Wednesday, severing ties after years of strained relations that have reshaped trade routes in the Sahel.

Washington Post journalists faced numerous challenges in reporting from the Sahel region of Africa, including hostility from ...

The three countries have grouped together to form a new alliance, the Confederation of Sahel States (AES). Niamey resident, Salifou Harouna, attended the event. ‘If you find a Nigerien today who ...

Niger’s National Conference on Thursday submitted a proposal to return the country to non-military rule after a five-year transition period during which the current military government will stay in ...

A leading British defense and security think tank has pointed to Morocco’s growing strategic role in promoting stability ...

Morocco’s strategic role in promoting stability in the Sahel is central to tackling transnational threats, with initiatives ...

Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso no longer orient themselves towards France or Western business interests. As demand for raw materials grows, this pivot may have significant consequences for Europe’s ...

Niger’s National Conference has submitted a proposal to return the country to non-military rule after a five-year transition period during which the current military government will stay in power ...