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Violent Clashes Erupt Between Malian Army and Azawad Rebels In a fresh wave of conflict, skirmishes erupted on Thursday afternoon along the Mali-Algeria border. The Malian army, bolstered by its Wagner Group allies, tangled with the Azawad people's rebels of the CSP-DPA (Strategic Framework for the Defense of the People of Azawad) near Tinzaouatene. This volatile region has seen increased military activities as the Fama family patrols the area consistently. Earlier this week, the Malian military proclaimed control over…

U.S. Africa Command's Strategic Vision for West Africa During his visit to Abidjan this week, Major General Kenneth P. Ekman, the Director of Strategy, Partnerships, and Programs at the U.S. Africa Command (Africom), led a press briefing on July 24, 2024. Addressing the ongoing geopolitical shifts in West Africa, Major General Ekman highlighted a significant announcement—the full withdrawal of U.S. troops from Niger is set to wrap up 'in early August,' complying with demands made by Niger's current ruling military junta.…

Somalia's Army Chief Visits Wounded Soldiers After Fierce Battle with Al-Shabaab MOGADISHU, Somalia - Major General Ibrahim Sheikh Muhydin, the Chief of Defence Forces for the Somali National Army (SNA), paid a visit to soldiers injured in Monday’s violent clash in Southern Somalia. This confrontation involved the army and Al-Shabaab insurgents attempting to seize military outposts. Accompanied by police chief Brigadier Sulub Ahmed Firin, known for his pivotal role in upholding law and order, Major General Muhydin…

Jubbaland Forces and Senegalese National Army (SNA) Launch Coordinated Offensive Against Al-Shabaab KISMAYO, Somalia - In a major initiative to counter Al-Shabaab, Jubaland forces and Somali National Forces have launched a joint offensive against Al-Shabaab in the Lower Juba region, targeting key areas in Harboole and Welmaro near Afmadow and Hagar districts. The…

In tonight’s edition: Ethiopia’s prime minister becomes the first foreign leader to visit Sudan since it descended into brutal conflict, as residents of the besieged town of Al Fasher speak of drones stalking civilians in the streets. Meanwhile, neighbouring South Sudan faces further economic turmoil as the value of its currency continues to plummet, with civil servants earning a monthly salary of just €14. And women continue to bear the brunt of the war. We speak to a leading figure on women’s rights in conflict about what…

One soldier has been killed and eight others have been slightly injured since the start of the ongoing military operation in Casamance, in the south of the country. This is the first assessment published by Dakar staff. This operation, which began ten days…

On Tuesday, March 22, the National Assembly adopted the calendar of matters selected for the parliamentary session in March. This regular session, which opened on 15 March, will be marked by debates on electoral issues. The country is preparing for the general elections scheduled for 2023. There are also proposals for the fight against insecurity that undermine the eastern part of the DRC. Deputies decided to adapt the bill to the military programming. The ambition is to move away from the logic of an annual budget and…

In Burkina Faso, the president of the transition, Paul Henri Sandaogo Damiba, is launching a mobilization of retired soldiers. In the face of an increase in attacks attributed to armed terrorist groups, the head of state wants to strengthen the workforce. All…

In Mali, the national army and jihadist groups are engaged in a ruthless struggle. The French Barkhane and European Takuba forces have announced that they are leaving the country, due to many disagreements with the transitional authorities. Fama and their new…

In Mali, the national army and jihadist groups are engaged in a ruthless struggle. The French Barkhane and European Takuba forces have announced that they are leaving the country, due to many disagreements with the transitional authorities. Fama and their new…