How China is filling void left by France, US with stronger military ties in Africa's Sahel
China's first ever defence attache to Niger, Colonel-Major Chen Xuming, was welcomed earlier this month at a reception held ...
The Islamist militant
As Africa’s Sahel region has replaced the Middle East as the epicenter of jihadism, young men are flocking to the cause. They ...
Crossroads of conflict
Russia is expanding its influence in Africa as democracy wanes, with military strongmen carrying out coups and the United ...
Niger commission recommends 5-year transition to democratic rule
NIAMEY - A commission in military junta-led Niger has recommended a minimum five-year transition to democratic rule following ...
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British Think Tank: Morocco Steps Up as Sahel Security Anchor
A leading British defense and security think tank has pointed to Morocco’s growing strategic role in promoting stability ...
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Niger's national committee proposes a return to civilian rule after five years
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 ...
Royal United Services Institute11dOpinion
Morocco as a Strategic Partner in Supporting the Sahel Region’s Security
Morocco’s strategic role in promoting stability in the Sahel is central to tackling transnational threats, with initiatives ...
How Sahel states ditched Western mining interests
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 junta to consider proposal for 5-year transition to non-military rule
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 ...
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Niger’s national committee proposes a return to civilian rule after five years
NIAMEY, Niger (AP ... The security situation in the Sahel region has worsened since the juntas took power, analysts say, with a record number of attacks and civilians killed both by Islamic ...
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Niger junta to consider proposal for 5-year transition to non-military rule
NIAMEY, Niger — Niger’s National Conference ... The security situation in the Sahel has worsened since the juntas took power, analysts say, with a record number of attacks and civilians ...
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Niger's national committee proposes a return to civilian rule after five years
NIAMEY, Niger (AP ... The security situation in the Sahel region has worsened since the juntas took power, analysts say, with a record number of attacks and civilians killed both by Islamic ...