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Fears for the future in Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso over Ecowas withdrawal

France, Jan. 15 -- The withdrawal of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso - who have formed their own Alliance of Sahel States - from West African bloc Ecowas is set to take effect on 29 January, with securit... Read More


Haiti's future remains 'hanging in the balance' 15 years after earthquake

France, Jan. 12 -- Remembrance of the catastrophic earthquake that struck Haiti in 2010 comes as the country faces major challenges, including gang violence and extreme poverty. "I remember the day t... Read More


US sanctions Sudan's RSF leader over genocide claims but critics say it is not enough

France, Jan. 8 -- The United States has determined that Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have "committed genocide" in Sudan and has imposed sanctions on the paramilitary group's leader. While confli... Read More


Africa takes centre stage as South Africa maps ambitious G20 agenda

France, Jan. 8 -- As the first African country to lead the trillion-dollar G20 group, South Africa will spend 2025 pushing debt relief, climate change and international justice issues. This means ther... Read More


Who were the winners and losers of African democracy in 2024?

France, Jan. 4 -- In 2024, 18 elections took place on the African continent, from Senegal to South Africa, Algeria to Ghana, with the results an equal mix of democratic success stories and challenges ... Read More


DRC case against Apple brings new hope in conflict minerals crisis

France, Jan. 3 -- As the DRC brings an unprecedented case against Apple, and the company offers assurances that it will no longer use conflict minerals from central Africa, experts are questioning whe... Read More


Senegalese PM promises bold reforms in first major policy speech

France, Dec. 27 -- Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko on Friday promised sweeping changes to transform the nation during his long-anticipated first major policy speech to parliament. Sonko annou... Read More


French PM Bayrou defends choices to lead country out of 'difficult situation'

France, Dec. 24 -- France's Prime MinisterFrancois Bayrou mounted a vigorous defence on Monday night of his choices to lead the country out of its economic and political crisis. Just over an hour aft... Read More


With a new president, Somaliland seeks international recognition

France, Dec. 21 -- As the country's new president took office last week, following a peaceful election in a region otherwise in turmoil, Somaliland hopes to see its independence recognised by the inte... Read More


Nigerian businesses court French investors during Tinubu's landmark visit

France, Nov. 28 -- President Bola Tinubu's state visit to France brings a delegation of Nigerian business leaders seeking new investment in Africa's largest economy. It also reflects growing efforts t... Read More