West-Africa
Mali’s Leader Takes Over Defense Role Following Minister’s Assassination
Mali’s military leader, Assimi Goïta, has stepped into the role of defense minister following the death of Sadio Camara, who was killed…
Topic
Peace and Security
North-Africa
Shipwreck Off Libya’s Coast Leaves Sudanese Migrants Dead
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) said at least 17 Sudanese refugees have drowned after a boat sank in the Mediterranean, in one…
West-Africa
Russian Forces Continue Operations in Mali Amid Ongoing Rebel Attacks
In a decisive move, Russia has asserted that its forces will maintain their presence in Mali, continuing to support the military government…
West-Africa
Nigeria Calls for Investigation into Abuse and Deaths at Kwara Detention Camp
Amnesty International has launched a scathing indictment against the Nigerian government, asserting that officials have failed to safeguard Fulani pastoralists detained in…
West-Africa
Nigerian Court Approves Witness Protection for Coup Trial Participants
In a significant development, the Federal High Court in Abuja has permitted a prosecution witness to testify under protective conditions during the…
West-Africa
Civilian Force Expansion in Burkina Faso Raises Growing Rights Concerns
In a decisive move to bolster national security, Burkina Faso’s Council of Ministers approved a draft law on April 24 aiming to…
East-Africa
Mozambique Sounds Alarm Over Escalating Humanitarian Crisis in Cabo Delgado
Humanitarian operations in northern Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado are being stretched thin as communities contend with both militant violence and extreme weather, the…
West-Africa
Mali Experiences Large-Scale Coordinated Armed Attacks
Violence erupted early Saturday on the outskirts of Bamako, as well as in various regions throughout Mali, when the Malian army engaged…
North-Africa
UN Mission Condemns Libya’s Lack of Progress in Political Transition
Hanna Tetteh, head of the UN Support Mission in Libya, warned that momentum toward national elections and the creation of unified institutions…
East-Africa
Taiwan President Cancels Eswatini Visit, Citing Chinese Pressure
A last-minute diplomatic tussle has grounded Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s planned trip to Eswatini, with Taipei accusing Beijing of leaning on other…
West-Africa
Political Opposition Delays War Crimes Justice in Liberia
The Office for the Establishment of War and Economic Crimes Court (OWEC) has raised serious concerns over the deliberate obstruction of its…
