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Beninese anti-French activist Kémi Séba freed in Paris without charges

Beninese anti-French activist Kémi Séba freed in Paris without charges

Séba, who travels on a diplomatic passport issued by Niger, went to France to visit his sick father, according to his lawyer.

Mali's leader Assimi Goïta gets highest military rank

Mali's leader Assimi Goïta gets highest military rank

Five other highly influential colonels of the Malian military junta were also promoted “exceptionally” to the rank of four-star generals.

Ukraine denies supplying drones to Tuareg separatists in Mali

Ukraine denies supplying drones to Tuareg separatists in Mali

The denials follow a report by French newspaper Le Monde, which claimed Tuareg separatists were receiving “discreet support” from Kyiv.

Wagner recovers bodies of fighters lost in defeat in Mali

Wagner recovers bodies of fighters lost in defeat in Mali

Wagner said in July that it took heavy losses in the battle with militants during a desert sandstorm.

Flood warnings in Chad's capital as heavy rain continues

Flood warnings in Chad's capital as heavy rain continues

Prime Minister Allamaye Halina warns of severe flooding in the capital, N'Djamena, where two major rivers have swelled.

Sahel alliance passport: What’s the fate of free travel in West Africa?

Sahel alliance passport: What’s the fate of free travel in West Africa?

Travellers are worried about facing more red tapes across West Africa after the Alliance of Sahel States announced a new common passport. Here is a break down on its impact and how neighbouring states are responding.

Moscow in push for 'swift release' of Russians detained in Chad

Moscow in push for 'swift release' of Russians detained in Chad

The Russian foreign ministry said it was in "close contact" with Chad's authorities.

Germany withdraws last troops from Niger airbase

Germany withdraws last troops from Niger airbase

Niger's military government has turned its back on Western allies to turn towards Russia and Iran.

US seeks to revise deal to keep troops at base in Chad

US seeks to revise deal to keep troops at base in Chad

Chad has said that it wanted to continue the security partnership after the presidential election there.

Mauritania sets date for presidential election

Mauritania sets date for presidential election

The incumbent has not yet announced his candidacy, but seven prominent opponents have said they will take part in the election,

Key political and security trends that could shape the Sahel region in 2024

Key political and security trends that could shape the Sahel region in 2024

The Sahel region continues to face a significant insecurity challenge, even as member nations make efforts to address the problem.

Burkina Faso, Niger to pull out of G5 anti-insurgency force

Burkina Faso, Niger to pull out of G5 anti-insurgency force

Mali was the first to quit the original five-nation force that has been fighting against insurgents in the Sahel region.