February 28
Ghana: Parliament Passes Anti-LGBTQ Law
Under the new law, the promotion of rights of those who are lesbian, gay or other non-conventional sexual or gender identities in Ghana is punishable by up to five years in prison. Read more »
Mali: More Than 30 Killed in Mali Bus Crash
The bus fell off a bridge en route to neighboring Burkina Faso, carrying both locals and foreigners. Road accidents are common in Mali, with roads and vehicles suffering from poor… Read more »
February 27
Niger: How Will Niger Benefit From Lifted Ecowas Sanctions?
The decision by West Africa's regional bloc ECOWAS to reverse key sanctions on military-ruled Niger has been welcomed by analysts inside and outside the country. But how will it… Read more »
February 23
Cameroon: The Root Causes of Cameroon's Youth Brain Drain
High living costs, few employment opportunities and a desire to support their families are driving many Cameroonian youths to emigrate. Read more »
Africa: African Female Filmmakers Converge in Benin
The International Women's Film Festival features 18 films, all made by women. Read more »
February 22
Africa: The Man Who Revealed the Flaws of German Colonial Ambitions
Quane Martin Dibobe was brought to Germany to increase enthusiasm for colonialism. But he would become a pioneering human rights activist who challenged Germany's exploitative… Read more »
February 19
Senegal: Senegal's President Macky Sall Bows to Pressure On Election
Following days of protests, Sall's government released 300 prisoners in Senegal. The civil society now wants the election to be held before the end of his term in April. Read more »
February 15
Guinea: Is Guinea's Military Junta to Blame for Rice Shortage?
People living in Guinea are becoming desperate as a food crisis soars in the country. Citizens are blaming the junta leaders for price hikes, while economists say a timely solution… Read more »
February 14
Senegal: Casamance Sidelined After Senegal Protests
At least three people have died, and scores more have been arrested in demonstrations across Senegal since President Macky Sall postponed an election planned for February 25. Read more »
February 11
Sierra Leone: Red Hand Day - Sierra Leone's Child Soldiers Remember
Former child soldiers, forced to commit unimaginable acts of violence, have to navigate the scars of war and rebuild their lives. On Red Hand Day, stories from Sierra Leone offer a… Read more »
February 10
West Africa: Will Senegal's Delayed Vote Further Destabilize West Africa?
The postponement of Senegal's presidential election could have major consequences for the entire region. Read more »
West Africa: What Senegal's Postponed Election Means for West Africa
The postponement of the presidential election in Senegal is a crisis for the country. It will also have major consequences for the whole region, some of which cannot yet be… Read more »
Senegal: 'We Are Ready to Give Our Lives' - Senegal Protester
President Macky Sall's decision to delay the national election from February to December, effectively extending his time in power, sparked widespread protests across Senegal… Read more »
February 07
Nigeria: Germany and Nigeria - New Advice Center for Regular Migration
Germany and Nigeria have established a new migrant resource center on the outskirts of Abuja. The German government hopes to make migration successful for both countries involved. Read more »
Senegal: Senegal Internet Restored After Election Postponement Unrest
Authorities cut access as the country grapples with the fallout of postponing the presidential election to December. The delay sparked protests. Read more »
February 06
Sierra Leone: FGM in Sierra Leone - What Can Be Done to End It?
Female genital mutilation is prevalent in Sierra Leone, with rights advocates concerned about its impact on women and girls. Read more »
Senegal: Is President Macky Sall Putting Country's Democracy At Risk?
Senegal is considered one of West Africa's most stable democracies. But the election delay announced by President Macky Sall now threatens to erode democratic gains. Read more »
Sierra Leone: Sierra Leone Struggles to End Female Genital Mutilation
Female genital mutilation is prevalent in Sierra Leone, with rights advocates concerned about its impact on women and girls. The country has no law that outrightly criminalizes the… Read more »
February 05
Senegal: International Concern for Senegal's Democracy After Poll Postponement
The postponement comes after opposition lawmakers attempted to delay proceedings. Earlier, protesters had gathered outside parliament while Macky Sall's term extension was debated. Read more »
February 04
Senegal: Police Crack Down On Protests Over Election Delay
Several candidates in Senegal's postponed presidential election were arrested during a demonstration in Dakar. President Macky Sall delayed the vote on Saturday in a row over the… Read more »
February 03
Senegal: 'Sabotage', 'Institutional Coup', Say Opposition as Sall Postpones Poll
The election was due to be held in less than three weeks. But a row over the disqualification of several candidates sparked a major political crisis in one of West Africa's most… Read more »
January 31
Sierra Leone: Sierra Leone - Deforestation 'Threatens' Water Supply
A national park that provides clean water to Sierra Leone's capital Freetown is under threat due to human activities, a UN report has said. Read more »
January 30
West Africa: Ecowas 'Weaker' As Sahel Trio Quit the Bloc
Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso have cut ties with ECOWAS, a key body in a region hit by coups and security crises. What will leaving mean for the three landlocked West African… Read more »
January 28
West Africa: Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger Quit Ecowas
The leaders of the three Sahel nations said it was a "sovereign decision" to leave the Economic Community of West African States "without delay." Read more »
January 27
West Africa: Mali to Start Peace Talks After Ending Deal With Separatists
Mali's junta decided to launch a new national peace process just one day after it ended a key 2015 peace deal. Tuareg rebels are skeptical of the initiative. Read more »