Burkina Faso and Niger recently announced their decision to withdraw from the G5 international force established to combat Islamists in the Sahel region, following Mali’s lead. These three countries are currently under military rule after undergoing coups that led them to form their own alliance for mutual defense, known as the Alliance of Sahel States …
Former military ruler of Guinea, Moussa Dadis Camara, has been returned to jail by armed individuals, as confirmed by his lawyer. Over the weekend, a group forcefully entered a prison in Conakry, the capital city, and abducted Capt Camara along with three others. These individuals are currently on trial for their alleged involvement in the …
A group of high-ranking military officers in Gabon, a West African nation, made a public announcement on Wednesday that they were putting an end to the current regime and nullifying the results of national elections. This statement came shortly after President Ali Bongo Ondima was declared the winner of another term in office by the …
In recent weeks, Niger experienced a military coup, resulting in the overthrow of the government, the arrest of the elected president, and the seizure of power by armed troops. Supporters of the coup gathered in the capital city, Niamey, waving Russian flags and denouncing the West and France in particular. This coup has raised concerns …
Johannesburg — The city of Niamey in Niger witnessed a large turnout of protesters on Thursday, demonstrating against the sanctions imposed on the country by neighboring nations following a military takeover. The protests were marked by supporters of the coup brandishing Russian flags, raising concerns about Russia’s growing influence in the region. The events in …