Regional Security Cooperation Archives

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger Foreign Ministers Visit Russia to Strengthen Diplomatic and Military Ties

Foreign Ministers from Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger are set to embark on a significant diplomatic visit to Russia on April 3rd and 4th. The visit, aimed at strengthening bilateral…

Africa News Now April 3, 2025

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Niger Withdraws from MNJTF as Junta Prioritizes Oil Security Amid Regional Tensions

Niger has officially withdrawn from the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), a regional military coalition formed to combat Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in the Lake…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025

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Critical Peace Talks Begin in Luanda Amid Ceasefire Violations and Regional Tensions

A critical week is unfolding for the ongoing conflict in Eastern Congo, with key peace talks between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 armed group scheduled for…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

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Angola Offers to Mediate Direct Talks Between DR Congo and M23 Rebels Amid Growing Tensions

Following a brief visit to Luanda by Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi on Tuesday, the Angolan presidency announced plans to broker direct talks between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and…

Africa News Now March 12, 2025

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President Mahama Strengthens Security Cooperation with Niger Amid Growing Terrorist Threats in the Sahel

Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama recently visited Niamey, Niger, where he held crucial security discussions with Niger's leader, President Abdurahaman Tchiani. The two leaders emphasized the urgent need for enhanced…

Africa News Now March 10, 2025

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Mali and Senegal Strengthen Bilateral Ties with Joint Border Patrols and Expanding Cooperation

Mali and Senegal are reinforcing their partnership, placing emphasis on practical cooperation over political differences within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). A significant development in this growing…

Africa News Now February 24, 2025

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President Mahama Strengthens Ghana-U.S. Security Cooperation at Munich Security Conference

President John Dramani Mahama participated in a series of bilateral meetings on Thursday, held on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, focusing on enhancing regional security cooperation and exploring…

Africa News Now February 15, 2025