Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso Exit ECOWAS
Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso officially left the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29, 2025, after a year-long process following their 2024 announcement, citing unmet security and development needs as reasons for their departure.
Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso Exit ECOWAS
Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso officially left the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29, 2025, after a year-long process following their 2024 announcement, citing unmet security and development needs as reasons for their departure.
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44% Bias Score
Three West African Nations Exit ECOWAS
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger officially left the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29, 2025, following political disputes and sanctions after military coups, creating a new Sahel Alliance of States (AES) and launching a new passport.
Three West African Nations Exit ECOWAS
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger officially left the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29, 2025, following political disputes and sanctions after military coups, creating a new Sahel Alliance of States (AES) and launching a new passport.
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40% Bias Score
Sahel States Leave ECOWAS Amidst Tensions
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger officially withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Wednesday, reducing the bloc's size and population significantly; the move follows coups in these nations and sanctions imposed by ECOWAS, amidst accusations of insufficient representatio...
Sahel States Leave ECOWAS Amidst Tensions
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger officially withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Wednesday, reducing the bloc's size and population significantly; the move follows coups in these nations and sanctions imposed by ECOWAS, amidst accusations of insufficient representatio...
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36% Bias Score
Diverse Development Initiatives Across Africa
The Nigerien FSSP raised over $38 million; Madagascar signed a €1 billion EU development agreement; Senegal launched a public sector modernization conference; UN and Libyan officials discussed elections; and Mali announced plans for a modern weapons factory.
Diverse Development Initiatives Across Africa
The Nigerien FSSP raised over $38 million; Madagascar signed a €1 billion EU development agreement; Senegal launched a public sector modernization conference; UN and Libyan officials discussed elections; and Mali announced plans for a modern weapons factory.
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28% Bias Score
Russia's Syrian Base Loss Threatens African Influence
The potential loss of Russia's military bases in Syria due to the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime could severely impact its influence in Africa, forcing a shift in operations to Libya, which presents significant logistical challenges.
Russia's Syrian Base Loss Threatens African Influence
The potential loss of Russia's military bases in Syria due to the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime could severely impact its influence in Africa, forcing a shift in operations to Libya, which presents significant logistical challenges.
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56% Bias Score
Morocco's Mediation Frees French Agents, Bolsters Sahel Influence
Morocco secured the release of four French intelligence agents held in Burkina Faso after a year-long impasse, leveraging its relations with the junta and showcasing its growing influence as a mediator between Western powers and Sahel nations.
Morocco's Mediation Frees French Agents, Bolsters Sahel Influence
Morocco secured the release of four French intelligence agents held in Burkina Faso after a year-long impasse, leveraging its relations with the junta and showcasing its growing influence as a mediator between Western powers and Sahel nations.
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40% Bias Score
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger Leave ECOWAS
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger officially left the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, after more than a year of diplomatic tensions stemming from military coups in each nation. This decision comes despite ECOWAS offering to keep its doors open.
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger Leave ECOWAS
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger officially left the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, after more than a year of diplomatic tensions stemming from military coups in each nation. This decision comes despite ECOWAS offering to keep its doors open.
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36% Bias Score
Three Sahel Nations Leave ECOWAS After Military Coups
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, after military coups and sanctions, officially left the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29th, 2024, impacting 73 million people and a significant portion of ECOWAS's territory, despite rich natural resources and ancient trade routes.
Three Sahel Nations Leave ECOWAS After Military Coups
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, after military coups and sanctions, officially left the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29th, 2024, impacting 73 million people and a significant portion of ECOWAS's territory, despite rich natural resources and ancient trade routes.
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36% Bias Score
Niger River Flooding Displaces Families in Niamey
Annual flooding in Niamey, Niger, caused by the Guinea current, has displaced families and damaged homes, a mosque, and a school in the Kombo neighborhood due to insufficient protective measures during construction; pollution and sedimentation worsen the impact.
Niger River Flooding Displaces Families in Niamey
Annual flooding in Niamey, Niger, caused by the Guinea current, has displaced families and damaged homes, a mosque, and a school in the Kombo neighborhood due to insufficient protective measures during construction; pollution and sedimentation worsen the impact.
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32% Bias Score
Mass Expulsion of 600 Nigerien Migrants from Libya Highlights EU Border Policy
Over 600 Nigerien migrants were forcibly deported from Libya to Niger in a mass expulsion across the Sahara desert last weekend, raising concerns about the EU's border policies and human rights abuses in Libya.
Mass Expulsion of 600 Nigerien Migrants from Libya Highlights EU Border Policy
Over 600 Nigerien migrants were forcibly deported from Libya to Niger in a mass expulsion across the Sahara desert last weekend, raising concerns about the EU's border policies and human rights abuses in Libya.
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48% Bias Score
Orano Initiates Arbitration Against Niger Over Uranium Mine Suspension
French uranium producer Orano launched international arbitration against Niger following the June 19, 2024 suspension of its Imouraren mining permit, impacting 4.7% of global uranium production, after failed mediation attempts and Niger's takeover of Orano's subsidiary Somaïr.
Orano Initiates Arbitration Against Niger Over Uranium Mine Suspension
French uranium producer Orano launched international arbitration against Niger following the June 19, 2024 suspension of its Imouraren mining permit, impacting 4.7% of global uranium production, after failed mediation attempts and Niger's takeover of Orano's subsidiary Somaïr.
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36% Bias Score
Climate Change Impacts and Public Perceptions in Niger
A new survey reveals that large majorities of Nigeriens report more intense droughts (73%) and floods (62%) over the past decade; 78% of climate-change-aware citizens say it is worsening their lives; and the government has implemented various strategies to address climate change, including commitmen...
Climate Change Impacts and Public Perceptions in Niger
A new survey reveals that large majorities of Nigeriens report more intense droughts (73%) and floods (62%) over the past decade; 78% of climate-change-aware citizens say it is worsening their lives; and the government has implemented various strategies to address climate change, including commitmen...
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32% Bias Score