The Nigerien Army has confirmed the death of at least 10 soldiers following an armed ambush near the Burkina Faso border. In a state-owned television broadcast on Wednesday, the Niger Armed Forces (FAN) reported that the soldiers were attacked in western Niger during Operation Niyya. According to military sources, the troops had been dispatched from…
The new FAO representative in Côte d’Ivoire, Mr Joseph Nyemah, has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the Ivorian government in developing the agricultural sector to achieve food security by 2030. The UN diplomat made this known on Thursday during the presentation of his credentials to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration and Ivorians Abroad,…
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) is urging Guinean authorities to take immediate action to locate investigative journalist Habib Marouane Camara, who has been missing for two months. Camara, a vocal government critic, was reportedly abducted in early December while visiting a prominent figure. His disappearance has sparked serious concerns over press freedom in Guinea, with RSF…
Liberia’s campaign for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2026-2027 term is gaining momentum, following endorsement from the African Union (AU). Lewis Brown, Liberia’s Permanent Representative to the UN, confirmed the AU’s support, emphasizing that securing the seat would amplify Africa’s voice in global peace and security affairs. As…
President John Mahama is spearheading efforts to address challenges in the country’s education sector by enhancing the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) programme. During his ‘Thank You Tour’ of the Central Region on Thursday, the Ghanaian leader pledged his commitment to prioritising education and tackling issues affecting the sector. He outlined plans to strengthen…
