Sahel Reporter

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

Bénin’s new president initiates crucial dialogue with AES nations

Benin’s capital, Cotonou, is embarking on a significant diplomatic reorientation. President Romuald Wadagni, recently sworn into office, has commenced a pivotal regional tour, with initial stops in Niamey and Ouagadougou.

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Mali’s dire struggle: facing Jnim blockades with hunger, fear, and forced deals

Africa Blockades have become a central weapon in Jnim’s arsenal across Mali. This armed group’s strategy focuses less on territorial conquest and more on systematic suffocation. They achieve this by

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Bénin’s president in Niamey: a pivotal step towards diplomatic reconciliation

Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni arrived in Niamey on Tuesday for an official visit, a significant diplomatic move that could pave the way for normalizing relations between Bénin and Niger. These

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Bénin’s 42nd national tree day: empowering youth for a sustainable ecological future

The Republic of Bénin has significantly intensified its commitment to restoring forest landscapes. On Monday, June 1, 2026, the Public Primary School (EPP) Hêkandji, nestled within the municipality of Tori-Bossito,

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Morocco champions humanitarian action at au Peace and Security Council

Politics Morocco champions humanitarian action at AU Peace and Security Council The Kingdom, as AU Champion on migration, has made humanitarian action a cornerstone of its foreign policy and African

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European Union allocates 348 million euros to boost Morocco’s water security

In a significant move to bolster water infrastructure, a 348 million euro (approximately 3.7 billion dirhams) funding agreement was signed in Rabat this Tuesday. This financial package, involving the European

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Ousmane sonko’s national assembly seat under constitutional council scrutiny

ousmane sonko’s national assembly seat under constitutional council scrutiny The Constitutional Council is currently deliberating on the eligibility of Ousmane Sonko to retain his position in the National Assembly. This

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Shocking torture video projected during martinez zogo murder trial in Yaoundé

The high-profile trial surrounding the assassination of Martinez Zogo, the Cameroonian radio personality found dead in January 2023 after enduring extreme violence, reached a chilling turning point on June 1,

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Mali and Burkina Faso bolster security ties amid growing armed threats

Strengthened cooperation to address shared security challenges Mali and Burkina Faso are deepening their security collaboration as armed groups intensify their activities along their shared border and a fresh wave

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Prime minister al aminou lo’s inaugural address signals political shifts, hints at ousmane sonko

Al Aminou Lo lance des piques au Premier ministre sortant, Ousmane Sonko During his inaugural address, Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo underscored the critical need for governmental action to

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Senegal’s new government formed without ousmane sonko’s party

Senegal’s Prime Minister, Ahmadou Al Amine Mohamed Lô, announced late Monday the formation of a new 30-member government, notably excluding representatives from the PASTEF-Les Patriotes party, despite its majority in

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Gabon’s political landscape shifts with Nadia Christelle Koye’s call for clarity on presidential authority

Gabon’s political discourse has taken a decisive turn as Nadia Christelle Koye, a prominent Gabonese political figure, weighs in on the debate surrounding presidential authority. Her intervention comes at a

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