Nigeria’s Farmer-Herder Conflict: A Fight for Land, Not Faith

Farmers and herders are clashing more frequently in most places across Nigeria. It is not solely a matter of religion but largely one of land and survival. Farmers require land to plant crops, while herders require room for their livestock to graze. As the land dries up and becomes overpopulated, less space remains for both. [...]

Niger Struggles As Sahel Conflict Forces Millions To Flee

Around four million people have had to leave their homes in the Sahel region of Africa because of violence and danger. Many live in Niger, Burkina Faso, Mali, and nearby countries. Thousands of families face dangers from armed groups, making everyday life unsafe. Many people who flee end up in overcrowded camps or relocate to [...]

Mali Faces Mounting Pressure to Resolve Fuel Crisis Amid Stalled Jihadist Talks

MALI: Mali’s military government is having a hard time lifting a blockade on fuel set by jihadists, as discussions with militants connected to al-Qaeda move slowly. This situation has led to shortages of petrol and rising anger among the public. Negotiations between Malian negotiators and the jihadists have been happening, but so far they have [...]

Nigeria Violence: Thousands Displaced, Need Help

In June 2025, the violent attacks in Benue State, Nigeria, killed more than 200 Christians and left thousands displaced. Islamist militants armed with weapons attacked villages overnight, killing families and burning homes, food supplies, and shelters. Survivors explain how they lost their loved ones and had to flee without taking anything with them. Most now [...]

Gunmen Kill 22 In Niger Village Attack

Gunmen on motorbikes attacked a village in western Niger, killing 22 people, most of them at a baptism ceremony. The attackers first opened fire on people celebrating in the Tillabéri region, then moved to other areas, killing more. Local activists described the attack as senseless and brutal. Niger’s military government is struggling to stop the [...]

Senegal’s Press Freedom Threatened by Financial Crisis in Private Media

SENEGAL: Senegal's media industry is dealing with a serious financial crisis due to cuts in public funding and a drop in advertising income. At the heart of this issue is the restructuring of Youssou N'Dour's Futurs Médias group, but other private companies are also struggling and seeking help from the government. The Futurs Médias group [...]

Malian Soldiers Accuse Russian Advisors of Fueling Violence

MALI: In 2022, Russian military advisors, previously called Wagner, began their operations in Mali after the government expelled French troops. They have since changed their name to Africa Corps. Their pay is also much higher than before. However, Wagner has not yet secured any mining deals as compensation. The group claims it has struggled to [...]

Mob Burns Woman In Niger State

A woman named Amaye, a food seller in Niger State, northern Nigeria, was burned to death by a mob after being accused of insulting the Prophet Muhammad. Reports say a man jokingly asked to marry her, and her reply was seen as blasphemous. Angry people attacked and set her on fire before the police could [...]

Ending Statelessness In Niger

In Niger, many people, including refugees, displaced families, and those in faraway areas, face the problem of statelessness. Statelessness means people do not have a legal nationality or official documents like birth certificates or ID cards. Without legal papers, they cannot go to school, get health care, or find work easily. To fix this, Niger’s [...]

Gunmen Kill 27 Worshippers In Northern Nigeria Mosque Attack

At least 27 people were killed and several others injured when armed men attacked a mosque during morning prayers in Unguwan Mantau village, Katsina State, northern Nigeria. The attack happened in the early morning as worshippers gathered. No group has claimed responsibility, but such violence is common in northern and central Nigeria, where herders and [...]

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