Deadly Floods Displace Thousands In Niger

Niger had heavy rains that caused massive floods, killing a minimum of 47 individuals and displacing over 56,000. Authorities indicate that 30 people died when their houses collapsed, and 17 other individuals drowned. A total of about 70 others were injured. The floods hit 7,754 houses in 339 neighborhoods and villages. Nearly 300 animals also [...]

Senegal: Khar Yalla Flood Victims Seek Lasting Solution

SENEGAL: For nine years, in Khar Yalla, the authorities have largely ignored Senegalese families who were displaced from the Langue de Barbarie peninsula due to coastal flooding. This neglect has violated their rights to a decent living, education, health care, and participation in cultural activities. The Senegalese government did not include these families in a [...]

25 Missing After Nigeria Boat Accident

Rescue workers in northern Nigeria are searching for about 25 people still missing after a boat accident on 17 August 2025 in Sokoto State. The boat, carrying over 50 passengers to a local market, capsized in the River Goronyo. So far, 25 people have been found alive. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) is working [...]

Deadly Attack Near Niger Gold Mine Kills 20 Civilians

On 15 August 2025, armed men attacked a truck near the town of Komabangou in western Niger. The truck was coming from the market town of Mehanna and was carrying several civilians. The attackers, described as armed bandits, stopped the truck close to the Komabangou gold mine. They forced everyone out of the vehicle and [...]

France in Talks With Mali Over ‘Unjustified’ Arrest of French Citizen in Bamako

MALI: France's foreign ministry announced that it is in discussions with Mali regarding the arrest of a French citizen accused of collaborating with intelligence agencies to "destabilize" the nation, labeling these allegations as "unjustified." Talks are happening to resolve any confusion and to secure the "immediate release" of the French embassy worker in Bamako. Mali's [...]

Turkey and Senegal Strengthen Ties in Defense and Security Cooperation

SENEGAL: Turkey and Senegal have engaged in high-level discussions aimed at deepening collaboration in the defense industry and enhancing security cooperation. The talks focused on building strategic partnerships to improve military capabilities, technology sharing, and counterterrorism efforts. Both nations emphasized the importance of mutual trust, respect, and the exchange of expertise to safeguard national and [...]

Hunger Crisis Deepens In Northeast Nigeria

In northeastern Nigeria, many families who fled conflict are now facing a severe hunger crisis. They live in crowded camps with little food and no safe way to return home. Food aid is running out because of a lack of funding, and soon, thousands of people may stop receiving help. Parents often go without food [...]

Niger Junta Dissolves Justice Unions, Threatens Rights

Niger's military junta disbanded four big justice-sector unions on August 7, 2025, with no reason. The justice minister subsequently asserted that the unions had surrendered to private interests at the expense of their responsibilities. This is part of an overall crackdown since the junta seized power in July 2023 on opposition, media, civil society groups, [...]

Mali Detains 24 Soldiers Over Alleged Coup Plot Against Ruling Junta

MALI: Malian officials have detained around twenty soldiers who are suspected of trying to overthrow the current ruling junta, which took control of the country in a coup. Among those arrested is a senior general. These actions happen as dissatisfaction grows within the army and instability continues in Mali. The military government had promised to [...]

Diplomatic Agenda: Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko Embarks on New International Mission

SENEGAL: Prime Minister Sonko will officially visit Turkey from August 6 to 10, 2025, as stated in a note from the Senegalese ambassador in Ankara. This trip aims to boost diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties between Senegal and Turkey. The schedule includes several key meetings, featuring a Senegalese-Turkish economic forum. This event will gather business [...]

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