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The head of Mali's military junta appoints himself to the highest rank in the army

The head of the military junta that seized power in Mali in 2020 has promoted himself to the rank of army general with special title: Colonel Assimi Goita of the land army, the highest military distinction held only by two former heads of state in the country’s history

The Independent UK

Floods leave 10 million children out of school in west and central Africa

An estimated 10 million children across Nigeria, Mali, Niger and the Democratic Republic of Congo are unable to attend school after devastating regional flooding, the charity Save the Children has said.

Radio France Internationale

Mali's traditional theater gives psychiatric patients the stage

In the courtyard of a psychiatric ward in Mali’s capital, patients take part in a traditional form of theater that is used as a way to work through problems

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Ghana’s President Akufo-Addo says security in Sahel has ‘worsened’ since French troops left

Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo said he hoped Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger would rejoin the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) regional bloc, in an interview with FRANCE 24. The decision of the military juntas in the three countries to withdraw from ECOWAS was a setback, and the security…

France 24

Attacks by Islamic extremists are rampant in Africa's Sahel. Here's what we know about them

Extremist attacks in the Sahel have been increasing

The Independent UK

Mali officials close livestock markets over suspected links to militants

Following a deadly attack in Mali's capital by al-Qaida linked militants, authorities there have temporarily closed livestock markets that typically are run by an ethnic group that authorities associate with the militants

The Independent UK

More than 70 killed in Mali attack: What happened, why it matters

This is the first major attack on Bamako since 2015 when fighters targeted foreigners in a nightclub and hotel.

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Jihadist Attack In Mali Capital Killed More Than 70: Security Sources

A jihadist attack in the Malian capital of Bamako targeting a military police training camp and airport left more than 70 people dead and 200 wounded, security sources said Thursday, one of the highest tolls suffered in recent years.

International Business Times

UN peacekeeping in Africa: essential reads on what’s gone wrong and what can be done

The United Nations security council – the most powerful body of the UN – is the institution that is primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security. But it’s facing a credibility crisis because of its failure to address the world’s biggest conflicts.

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Malian capital Bamako 'under control' after surprise Islamist attack

Authorities in Mali say the capital Bamako is "under control" following an early morning attack on Tuesday in which shots were fired at a gendarmerie building and a military zone near the city’s airport. The al Qaeda-linked group Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimeen (Jnim) has claimed responsibility.

Radio France Internationale

What challenges will Algerian President Tebboune face in his second term?

Abdelmadjid Tebboune has won a second term, but what will be the most difficult issues he will grapple with?

Al Jazeera

Mali Army Says Situation 'Under Control' After 'Terrorist' Attack

Mali's army said Tuesday that the situation was "under control" after what it called a foiled infiltration attempt by "terrorists" into a military police base in the capital, Bamako, where attacks are rare.

International Business Times

A military training camp in Mali's capital has been attacked, the army says

Mali's army says a military training camp in the capital has been attacked

The Independent UK

Military Training Camp In Mali Attacked By Unknown Assailants

Military training camp in Bamako, Mali attacked; limited details available. Insurgency challenges persist in the region.

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Al Qaeda-linked group claims attack on military police base in Mali’s capital

Al Qaeda-linked group Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimeen (JNIM) on Tuesday claimed responsibility for an attack on a military police base in Mali’s capital Bamako. Mali's army said in a statement that it had control of the situation in the capital after what it called a foiled infiltration attempt by…

France 24

Beninese musical brings Kingdom of Dahomey's history to life

A new musical has opened to audiences in Benin. "The Throne of Béhanzin" tells the story of a king's journey to power, battle for his country and eventual exile to Martinique by colonial ruler France. Meanwhile, a year has passed since Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso formed their own defense…

Radio France Internationale

Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger to issue biometric passports from new alliance

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger will soon introduce new biometric passports issued by their new alliance, after their withdrawal the West African Ecowas bloc earlier this year.

Al Jazeera

Can the US find new partners in West Africa after Niger exit?

Washington is now seeking a Plan B after troops were ejected from sprawling, expensive bases in Niger.

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France 24

Battle of Tinzawaten: The final hours of Wagner mercenaries in the Sahara

The Battle of Tinzawaten, in the Sahara Desert, was the Wagner Group's worst defeat in Africa. Between July 25 and 27, separatist Tuareg rebels along with Islamist fighters killed between 50 and 67 of the Russian group's mercenaries near Tinzawaten in northern Mali. The FRANCE 24 Observers compiled a special…

France 24

Mali junta suspends French-language channel TV5 Monde for lack of 'balance'

Mali's junta leaders suspended the French-language channel TV5 Monde for three, allegedly for a lack of "balance" in covering civilian drone strike deaths without providing the Malian army's version of events.

Radio France Internationale

Malian junta suspends TV5 Monde, citing 'lack of balance' in reporting

Mali's ruling junta has imposed a three-month suspension on the French-language channel TV5 Monde, citing a lack of 'balance' in a news report.

Radio France Internationale

Mali, Niger scramble for international aid to deal with dire flooding

Mali has called on the international community for aid to deal with the fall-out of severe flooding which has hit the country in recent weeks. Over 40 people have died and thousands more are displaced. Neighbouring Niger is facing a similar situation with a death toll of over 270.

Radio France Internationale

Senegal seeks to rein in polluting illegal gold mining along Mali border

Senegal has suspended mining activities along the Falémé river, which forms part of its southeastern border with Mali, in a bid to preserve the environment and protect public health. However, enforcing the ban won’t be easy.

Al Jazeera

West Africa’s ‘coup belt’: Did Mali’s 2020 army takeover change the region?

At least 10 coup attempts have been recorded in Central and West Africa since the August 2020 military takeover in Mali.

Radio France Internationale

Spanish PM to visit Mauritania, Senegal to address migration surge

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez begins a three-day visit to Mauritania, Gambia and Senegal Tuesday as part of his focus on curbing migration to the Canary Islands, which have seen a surge of arrivals from West Africa this year.

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