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Burkina Faso Calls for African Union Reforms to Strengthen Sovereignty and Self-Reliance

Burkina Faso's Prime Minister, Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo, has called for wide-ranging reforms to the African Union (AU), urging the continental body to become more independent, strengthen its support for…

Africa News Now July 17, 2026

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ECOWAS Security Council Meets in Sierra Leone to Address Regional Crises

Ministers from across West Africa have convened in Freetown, Sierra Leone, for the 56th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council, with regional security, political stability and humanitarian…

Africa News Now July 17, 2026

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Russia Reaffirms Support for West Africa Dialogue During Talks with Guinea-Bissau

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has reaffirmed Moscow's support for efforts to improve relations between the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)…

Africa News Now July 16, 2026

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Mali Highlights Defense and Security Gains Five Years into Transition

Mali's government has outlined what it describes as major achievements in strengthening the country's defense and security sectors over the past five years, citing increased investment in military infrastructure, personnel…

Africa News Now July 15, 2026

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UN Warns Terrorist Groups Expanding Across West Africa and Sahel

The United Nations has warned that terrorist groups are expanding their operations across West Africa and the Sahel, posing an increasing threat to regional security as they adopt advanced technologies…

Africa News Now July 15, 2026

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Burkina Faso Diplomats Return Home After Closure of Embassy in France

Twelve Burkinabe diplomats and consular officials have returned to Ouagadougou following the closure of Burkina Faso's embassy and consulate general in Paris after the government formally severed diplomatic relations with…

Africa News Now July 14, 2026

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AU Commission Chair Visits Mali to Strengthen Ties Amid Ongoing Political Transition

African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has arrived in Bamako for a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening relations between the African Union and Mali, despite the country's continued…

Africa News Now July 13, 2026

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Sierra Leone to Host 69th ECOWAS Summit as West Africa Confronts Security and Regional Challenges

Sierra Leone will host the 69th Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States on 19 July 2026 at…

Africa News Now July 9, 2026

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Russia Reaffirms Military Support for Sahel Alliance as Moscow Deepens Ties with Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger

Russia has pledged to continue strengthening military cooperation with the military-led governments of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, reinforcing its growing influence in the Sahel as the three countries deepen…

Africa News Now July 9, 2026

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Burkina Faso and Ghana Sign Seven Agreements to Boost Security, Trade and Border Cooperation

Burkina Faso and Ghana have signed seven legal instruments in Ouagadougou during the 13th Joint Commission meeting, marking renewed momentum in bilateral relations between the two West African neighbours. The…

Africa News Now February 23, 2026

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Mali Endorses Year II Roadmap of Sahel Confederation After Ratifying New Protocols

The Malian government has reviewed and endorsed the Year II consensus roadmap of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES), reinforcing regional coordination just days after approving new legal instruments for…

Africa News Now February 19, 2026