Sahel Reporter

On-the-ground reporting, analysis and editorial independence from across the Sahel region.

Bénin’s top diplomat concludes extensive west african tour

Bénin’s Minister of Economy and Finance, Romuald Wadagni, has successfully concluded a significant diplomatic circuit across West Africa, culminating in Côte d’Ivoire. This extensive tour previously took him to Nigeria,

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Kidal’s touareg power struggle: gamou versus alghabass in Mali

The strategic northern Malian city of Kidal remains a focal point of intense rivalry among Touareg factions, notably between influential leaders El Hadj Ag Gamou and Alghabass Ag Intallah. The

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Mali offers rewards for key terrorist leaders in Sahel fight

Mali intensifies anti-terror campaign with bounty on high-profile jihadist leaders To bolster national security and combat rising extremist threats, the Malian government has officially announced financial rewards for the capture

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Lomé to host pivotal african aviation summit in june 2026

The bustling city of Lomé is set to take center stage in African aviation history when it hosts the African Air Transport Convention and Exhibition from June 15 to 19,

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Burkina Faso defines new urban criteria for city recognition

Under the leadership of Comrade Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Head of State, the Burkinabè government convened a Council of Ministers on Thursday, June 4, 2026, to formally adopt a significant decree.

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Mali offers up to 2 billion cfa for tips on terror suspects

The Malian government has unveiled a sweeping bounty initiative, offering financial rewards ranging from 500 million to 2 billion West African CFA francs for credible information leading to the capture

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Niger and Turkey deepen ties in ankara with new agreements

Niger and Türkiye have reached a pivotal moment in their bilateral relations following a high-level visit to Ankara by Nigerien President General Abdourahamane Tiani. This marks his first official trip

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Côte d’Ivoire charts path to low-carbon economy for World Environment Day

Côte d’Ivoire charts path to low-carbon economy for World Environment Day Abidjan — Côte d’Ivoire has reaffirmed its commitment to building a resilient, low-carbon economy as it marked World Environment

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Senegal’s justice minister Moussa Sarr faces first major test amid political tensions

Me Moussa Sarr has been appointed Senegal’s new Minister of Justice in a high-stakes political and judicial climate. His extensive experience as a lawyer and deep knowledge of economic and

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Moussa Balla Fofana’s strategic political shift from PASTEF

Moussa Balla Fofana has made a significant political move, opting to depart from PASTEF while notably retaining his ministerial position. This bold decision signals a strategic realignment within the dynamic

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Cameroon’s public finance cleanup yields significant pension savings

A systematic review of invalidity and reversion pensions disbursed by the Cameroonian state has generated approximately 12 billion FCFA in annual savings since its inception in November 2021. This significant

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Cameroonian opposition figure djeukam tchameni’s detention extended

The provisional detention of Cameroonian opposition figure Djeukam Tchameni has been prolonged for an additional six months, a decision immediately challenged by his legal team. Tchameni, a prominent supporter of

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