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It was once a center of Islamic learning. Now Mali's historic city of Djenné mourns lack of visitors

Mali’s historic city of Djenné was once a center of Islamic learning, known for its sprawling mud-brick mosque that has been on the UNESCO World Heritage in Danger list since 2016

The Independent UK

Belief in democracy is on the decline in Africa. Traditional institutions can help restore its importance

Democracy in Africa has not had a good year. Military juntas from Mali to Niger appear to have cemented their grip on power. Sudan’s democratic dreams were dashed when the country’s two most powerful strongmen opted for war. And there’s now evidence that ordinary Africans may be losing faith in…

The Conversation

Annual Replastering Of Great Mosque In Mali

Discover the annual replastering ritual of the Great Mosque in Djenne, Mali, symbolizing cultural preservation amidst security challenges.

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Heatwaves Test Support For Juntas In Chad And Mali

Heatwaves and power outages in Chad and Mali strain military juntas' governance amid public discontent and climate challenges.

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Sahel seeing 'Cold War' in parallel to counter-terrorism efforts, expert says

Africa's Sahel region now accounts for almost half of all deaths from terrorism worldwide. That was the stark warning heard at a high-level summit in Nigeria that aims to counter terrorism across Africa. It comes as the threat of Islamist extremist attacks is on the rise. International troops, notably French…

France 24

Mali Heat Wave Raises Concerns Amid Political Instability

Heat wave in Mali's capital leads to fatalities, affecting street vendors and children. Urgent global climate action needed to address extreme weather events.

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Sahel heatwave made worse by climate change, scientists warn

An extreme heatwave in the Sahel region in March and April would not have been as lethal without human-caused climate change, the World Weather Attribution (WWA) group of climate researchers has found. It warned of an increase in extreme weather if carbon emissions are not rapidly reduced.

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Deadly Sahel heatwave caused by ‘human-induced’ climate change: Study

Mali and Burkina Faso recorded most extreme heat in what scientists called a once-in-a-200-year occurrence.

Al Jazeera

Lethal heatwave in Sahel worsened by fossil fuel burning, study finds

Deaths from record temperatures in Mali reportedly led to full morgues turning away bodies this month

The Guardian - UK

Senegal announces record cocaine seizure

In tonight's edition: Senegal announces a record seizure of cocaine; the most ever intercepted on land by authorities. Over a ton of the illicit drug was confiscated from a truck near the border with Mali.

France 24

Mali political parties to challenge junta’s order suspending political activities

Political parties and civil society groups in Mali have rejected the suspension of political activities by the country's military rulers and plan to mount a legal challenge to the order from the junta which also banned media coverage of political parties.

Radio France Internationale

Russia sends military trainers, air defence system to Niger: State media

Violence in the region has worsened since coups in Niger and its neighbours Mali and Burkina Faso.

Al Jazeera

Mali's Junta Suspends Political Activities Amidst Ongoing Instability

Mali's junta suspends political activities, postpones elections, and shifts security strategy from French to Russian assistance amidst ongoing turmoil.

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Insecurity erodes chances of return to civilian rule in Niger and Mali

Attacks by jihadists are on the rise in both Niger and Mali, where juntas are keen to hold on to power. The volatile situation in the Sahel region is casting a long shadow over future elections and the return to civilian rule, which now look increasingly distant.

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Parties and NGOs demand elections in Mali

In tonight's edition: Dozens of political, civilian and human rights groups call on Mali's ruling military junta to arrange democratic elections as soon as possible. Also, Tunisians are one of the biggest groups of migrants risking the dangerous sea journey to Italy to try to escape the country's economic troubles.…

Evening Standard

How to watch Mali vs Nigeria: TV channel and live stream for friendly today

Super Eagles beat rivals Ghana last week

Evening Standard

Mali vs Nigeria: Prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds today

Super Eagles look to build on win over Ghana

Al Jazeera

Did Russia, Iran provoke Niger walkout from US military pact?

Niger’s ruling military angered by US accusations of ‘secret deals’ with Iran and partnering with Russia.

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‘Russia’s African lab’: How Putin won over Burkina Faso after French adieu

Russia is increasing its influence in Burkina Faso, where disillusionment with French politics has left a void.

International Business Times

Turkey, Iran, Morocco Joust For Greater Role In Sahel

Turkey, Iran and Morocco are vying for a greater economic and military role in Africa's Sahel after former colonial ruler France's forced withdrawal from the volatile region.

Radio France Internationale

Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso to launch anti-jihadist force

Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali have agreed to set up a joint force to tackle security threats across their territories.

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Joint Sahel Security Force Faces Challenges In Fighting Extremism

Learn about the challenges faced by a joint security force formed by Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso to combat extremist violence in the Sahel region.

Al Jazeera

How an EU-funded security force helped Senegal crush democracy protests

An elite EU-trained Senegalese police unit was meant to tackle cross-border crime. Instead it was used to quash protests

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Italian Family Freed After Two Years In Mali Captivity

Italian family released from Mali captivity welcomed in Rome after two years. Grateful for safe return.

International Business Times

US Faces Diplomatic Struggle In West Africa Amid Extremism And Russian Influence

According to political analyst Michael Shurkin, a business-as-usual approach has proven ineffective, with Russia filling the vacuum left by diminishing French influence.

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