Africa
Benin Republic summons Nigerien diplomat over terrorism allegations
The Benin Republic has summoned a Nigerien diplomat following allegations by Niger’s junta leader, Abdourahamane Tchiani, accusing the country of backing terrorist activities in...
French troops to leave Ivory Coast soon, Ouattara says
French troops will soon begin departing from Ivory Coast, the West African country’s President Alassane Ouattara announced in his New Year address.
“We have decided...
Fear grips residents in border communities as Nigeria-Niger tensions mount
Some residents of communities in some states that share a border with Niger Republic have expressed fears over the spat between Nigeria and its...
“No French base here,” Nigerian border communities counter Niger’s claims
Traditional rulers and residents of border communities in Sokoto and Kebbi states have refuted claims by Nigerien leader, Abdourahamane Tchiani, that Nigeria is host...
Mozambique: Experts fault President Nyusi’s proposed state of emergency
Experts have faulted the controversial proposal of President Filipe Nyusi to declare a state of emergency across the nation to curb the escalating violence...
