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Ivory Coast says French troops to leave country after decades

Ivory Coast is expelling French troops, marking a significant shift in military relations in West Africa.

Cote d'Ivoire announces withdrawal of French forces

Ivorian President Ouattara's announcement signals a decline of French military influence in West Africa as Côte d'Ivoire withdraws French troops.

Ivory Coast says French troops to leave country after decades

Ivory Coast is expelling French troops, marking a significant shift in military relations in West Africa.

Cote d'Ivoire announces withdrawal of French forces

Ivorian President Ouattara's announcement signals a decline of French military influence in West Africa as Côte d'Ivoire withdraws French troops.
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Ivory Coast asks French troops to leave, the latest African country to do so

The withdrawal of French troops from Ivory Coast symbolizes a shift in colonial military relations in West Africa.
Ivory Coast's military transition marks a growing trend of self-reliance and autonomy in regional security matters.

Ivory Coast Says French Forces Will Withdraw

Ivory Coast will withdraw French forces, showcasing its military modernization and reflecting wider regional discontent with French influence.

Ivory Coast asks French troops to leave, the latest African country to do so

The withdrawal of French troops from Ivory Coast symbolizes a shift in colonial military relations in West Africa.
Ivory Coast's military transition marks a growing trend of self-reliance and autonomy in regional security matters.

Ivory Coast Says French Forces Will Withdraw

Ivory Coast will withdraw French forces, showcasing its military modernization and reflecting wider regional discontent with French influence.
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"When Spiders Share Webs": Unveiling privacy threats of EU-funded INTERPOL policing programme in West Africa

INTERPOL's data-driven policing expansion in West Africa raises alarming human rights concerns that must be addressed by the EU and INTERPOL.

Sahel juntas make life more difficult for human rights NGOs DW 12/20/2024

NGOs face challenges under West Africa's military regimes, impacting human rights advocacy amid claims of national security concerns.

Sahel juntas: an uneasy relationship with rights campaigners DW 12/20/2024

NGOs pose challenges for West African military regimes by reporting human rights abuses, claiming these reports undermine national security efforts.

"When Spiders Share Webs": Unveiling privacy threats of EU-funded INTERPOL policing programme in West Africa

INTERPOL's data-driven policing expansion in West Africa raises alarming human rights concerns that must be addressed by the EU and INTERPOL.

Sahel juntas make life more difficult for human rights NGOs DW 12/20/2024

NGOs face challenges under West Africa's military regimes, impacting human rights advocacy amid claims of national security concerns.

Sahel juntas: an uneasy relationship with rights campaigners DW 12/20/2024

NGOs pose challenges for West African military regimes by reporting human rights abuses, claiming these reports undermine national security efforts.
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Young Francophone Africans pack out poetry slams as region's woes pile up

Otemptic's performance underscores the role of poetry in confronting jihadism and advocating for women's strength in a patriarchal landscape.

Houston's Thriving West African Food Scene

Fufu is a traditional West African dish, primarily made from yam, often served with soup or stew as part of a cultural dining experience.

The $60 Billion Potential Hiding in Your Discarded Gadgets

Rich nations waste $60 billion annually in critical metals by neglecting e-waste recycling, while dangerous recycling jobs flourish in West Africa.
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For the first time, France's Macron calls 1944 killings of West African troops by French as massacre

Macron's acknowledgment of the 1944 massacre of West African soldiers marks a pivotal moment in France's historical accountability.
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Russia accuses Ukraine of opening African front' as Niger cuts Kyiv ties

West African states turning to Russia amid Ukraine seeking Global South support.

How West Africa is fighting disinformation DW 11/11/2024

West African countries are increasingly targeted by disinformation campaigns, particularly from Russia, amid rising anti-Western sentiments.

Russia Signs Satellite Deal With Three West African Military Juntas

Russia is expanding its influence in West Africa by providing military and telecommunications support to military-led governments.

Russia accuses Ukraine of opening African front' as Niger cuts Kyiv ties

West African states turning to Russia amid Ukraine seeking Global South support.

How West Africa is fighting disinformation DW 11/11/2024

West African countries are increasingly targeted by disinformation campaigns, particularly from Russia, amid rising anti-Western sentiments.

Russia Signs Satellite Deal With Three West African Military Juntas

Russia is expanding its influence in West Africa by providing military and telecommunications support to military-led governments.
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In the face of economic uncertainty, Art x Lagos focuses on non-commercial programming

Art X Lagos 2023 faced a decrease in galleries but maintained exhibitors, fostering positive engagement between collectors and art dealers.
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INTERPOL Arrests 8 in Major Phishing and Romance Fraud Crackdown in West Africa

INTERPOL arrested eight individuals in West Africa as part of a crackdown on phishing and romance scams, targeting Swiss citizens.

How west Africa's online fraudsters moved into sextortion

The rise of internet connectivity in West Africa enabled the growth of various online scams, evolving from Nigerian prince letters to complex digital fraud schemes.

INTERPOL Arrests 8 in Major Phishing and Romance Fraud Crackdown in West Africa

INTERPOL arrested eight individuals in West Africa as part of a crackdown on phishing and romance scams, targeting Swiss citizens.

How west Africa's online fraudsters moved into sextortion

The rise of internet connectivity in West Africa enabled the growth of various online scams, evolving from Nigerian prince letters to complex digital fraud schemes.
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What Architectural Opportunities Will the Trans-West African Coastal Highway Provide?

The Trans-West African Coastal Highway project aims to significantly improve land travel and economic connectivity in West Africa.

Conflict keeps millions out of school in Africa DW 09/24/2024

Ongoing conflicts in West and Central Africa have severely disrupted the education of millions of children, primarily due to violence against schools.

Cookathons and speechathons: the west African boom in obscure world record attempts

Ebenezer Smith aims to break a cooking marathon record to inspire his community, sparked by Hilda Baci's achievement.

Water Is Coming.' Floods Devastate West and Central Africa

Severe flooding in Maiduguri, Nigeria, has resulted in widespread displacement and loss of life, impacting millions across the region.

Spain and Mauritania agree to stem Mediterranean migration flows

Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez emphasizes humane management of migration rather than halting it, recognizing its necessity for Spain's aging society.

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

The Mali coup in August 2020 initiated a wave of military takeovers in West Africa, reversing years of civilian governance and stability.

From London to Lagos: How One Traveler Pulled Off a Pioneering Road Trip Through Africa

Breaking stereotypes: Pelumi Nubi became the first Black woman to travel solo overland from London to Nigeria, challenging societal expectations and barriers.

Could new vaccines end malaria in Africa?

A groundbreaking malaria vaccine called RTS,S is being rolled out in West Africa to eliminate the disease.
A second vaccine, R21, was approved by the World Health Organization and will be rolled out soon.
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Islamic State Shows Wider Threat With Iran Bomb Attack

Islamic State showed its potency in the recent attack in Iran.
The group's presence has diminished in Iraq and Syria, but it remains a threat in West Africa.

WSJ News Exclusive | U.S. Seeks Drone Bases in Coastal West Africa to Stem Islamist Advance

The U.S. is seeking to base military drones along the West African coast to counter the spread of al Qaeda and Islamic State.
Preliminary talks are being held to allow American drones to use airfields in Ghana, Ivory Coast, and Benin.

Islamic State Shows Wider Threat With Iran Bomb Attack

Islamic State showed its potency in the recent attack in Iran.
The group's presence has diminished in Iraq and Syria, but it remains a threat in West Africa.

WSJ News Exclusive | U.S. Seeks Drone Bases in Coastal West Africa to Stem Islamist Advance

The U.S. is seeking to base military drones along the West African coast to counter the spread of al Qaeda and Islamic State.
Preliminary talks are being held to allow American drones to use airfields in Ghana, Ivory Coast, and Benin.
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#West Africa

Need Therapy? In West Africa, Hairdressers Can Help.

A nonprofit in West and Central Africa is providing mental health care in one of the world's poorest regions where counseling is barely accessible.
Hairdressers are being trained to provide mental health support to their clients in Togo and other African countries.
The World Health Organization classifies Africa as the region with the highest suicide rate and low public expenditures on mental health.

Last G5 Sahel members Chad, Mauritania acknowledge alliance is a spent force

The two remaining members of West Africa's G5 alliance are dissolving the anti-jihadist group after the other three founding countries left.
Burkina Faso and Niger criticized the G5 Sahel for failing to achieve its objectives and hindering their ambitions for security and development.

Need Therapy? In West Africa, Hairdressers Can Help.

A nonprofit in West and Central Africa is providing mental health care in one of the world's poorest regions where counseling is barely accessible.
Hairdressers are being trained to provide mental health support to their clients in Togo and other African countries.
The World Health Organization classifies Africa as the region with the highest suicide rate and low public expenditures on mental health.

Last G5 Sahel members Chad, Mauritania acknowledge alliance is a spent force

The two remaining members of West Africa's G5 alliance are dissolving the anti-jihadist group after the other three founding countries left.
Burkina Faso and Niger criticized the G5 Sahel for failing to achieve its objectives and hindering their ambitions for security and development.
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