September 16, 2023
Niger: Macron Says France's Niger Ambassador a 'Hostage' in Embassy
Niger's coup leaders have tried to expel France's ambassador, but Paris says it doesn't recognize their authority to order him out. Macron said on TV he was "literally" a… Read more »
September 12, 2023
West Africa: Are Military Juntas Hindering Stability in the Sahel?
The security situation in Africa's Sahel is worsening following several military takeovers. Experts say that only a return to democracy can address the crises facing the region. Read more »
September 08, 2023
Mali: New Suicide Attack Targets Military Base
Authorities are yet to give details on any casualties from the attack, which put German soldiers nearby on high alert. Just one day prior, two assaults by suspected jihadis killed… Read more »
Mali: Militants Kill Dozens in Separate Attacks on Passenger Boat, Army Base
At least 49 civilains and 15 soldiers were killed in two separate attacks by suspected jihadists in Mali. Read more »
September 05, 2023
Niger: France Weighs Withdrawal of Some Troops From Niger - Reports
France has about 1,500 troops stationed in Niger, where there was a coup in July. French media cite government sources as saying the withdrawal of "some elements" is under… Read more »
Nigeria: Unions Stage Warning Strike Amid Rising Living Costs
Nigeria's biggest workers' association threatened to shut down the nation's economy if its demands are not met. The warning strike was prompted by the government canceling a fuel… Read more »
September 04, 2023
Niger: Does Europe Need Niger's Uranium?
Will the lights go out in Europe if Niger were to prevent France from mining more of its uranium? DW asked experts in Niger and Europe about the energy supply chain in the wake of… Read more »
Niger: Junta Reopens Airspace Weeks After Coup
Niger's military rulers are reopening the country's airspace after seizing power on July 26. The junta previously cited the threat of military intervention from the West African… Read more »
September 03, 2023
Niger: Niger - Pro-Junta Protesters Demand French Troop Withdrawal
Anti-French sentiment has risen in Niger since its government was toppled in a July 26 coup. France has about 1,500 troops in the former colony. Read more »
August 31, 2023
Niger: EU Ministers Back Sanctions Against Coup Leaders
While EU foreign ministers agreed to draw up sanctions, the bloc is staying quiet for now on whether it would back a potential move by ECOWAS to use military action to restore… Read more »
August 29, 2023
Nigeria: Schools in Northern Nigeria Ending Corporal Punishment
Caning and other forms of physical punishment have long been a fact of life for Nigerian schoolchildren. But in Katsina State, officials say school attendance has improved since… Read more »
August 28, 2023
Niger: French Ambassador to Stay Despite Ultimatum - Macron
Niger's military junta on Friday announced ordered French ambassador Sylvian Itte to leave the country within 48 hours. Macron reiterated Paris' support for ousted President… Read more »
August 26, 2023
Niger: Niger Junta Gives French Envoy 48 Hours to Leave
France has sharply criticized the power grab in Niger and has repeatedly called for the democratically elected president to be reinstated. Read more »
August 22, 2023
West Africa: Ecowas Sanctions on Niger Hit Border Towns
ECOWAS sanctions on Niger appear to be a double-edged sword. Many Nigerians living near the border with Niger say the economic and humanitarian impacts are enormous. Read more »
August 18, 2023
West Africa: Niger - West African Military Force 'Ready to Go'
The ECOWAS force is on standby for military intervention in Niger if there's no peaceful end to the coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, an official for the regional bloc… Read more »
August 15, 2023
West Africa: Niger's Junta-Installed Prime Minister Visits Chad, 'Open' to Talks
Niger's junta-installed premier has passed on a message of "fraternity" to Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby. ECOWAS and Germany condemned treason charges against ousted… Read more »
West Africa: Why Ex-French Colonies in Africa Seem Beset By Coups
Some former French colonies in Africa are fast gaining notoriety for military coups. Experts blame the worrying trend on high levels of poverty, ineffective civil society and… Read more »
August 14, 2023
Mauritania: Germany's Development Minister Arrives in Mauritania
The head of Germany's development policy is to discuss the situation in Africa's Sahel region with high-ranking officials. Later, she will travel to Nigeria for talks on the Niger… Read more »
Niger: Interview with Junta-Appointed Prime Minister - 'Why Should We Worry?'
In an exclusive interview with DW, Niger's new prime minister, Lamine Zeine, has signaled a readiness for talks with regional bloc ECOWAS. He warned Niger will not be forced down a… Read more »
August 13, 2023
West Africa: Niger Military Regime Open to Talks, Say Mediators
Niger's coup leaders are willing to negotiate with the West African bloc ECOWAS, according to Nigerian mediators who met General Abdourahmane Tchiani. Read more »
Mali: UN Force in Mali Quits Base Early Over Insecurity
Mali's junta demanded in June that the MINUSMA force withdraw from the West African country after a decade-long deployment. The mission was created to quell separatist and Islamist… Read more »
August 12, 2023
Niger: Detained President Bazoum Seen By Doctor
International organizations and leaders had condemned the conditions of ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, who was been held in his official residence by Niger's junta. Meanwhile,… Read more »
August 11, 2023
West Africa: ECOWAS Military Plans in Niger Could Lead to Wider Conflict
Regional analysts have said the move by West African leaders to activate a standby force to counter the junta in Niger represents a failure of diplomacy and is unlikely to succeed. Read more »
Africa: Ousted Niger President Held in 'Poor Conditions,' Warns AU
The African Union has expressed its concern for the health of President Mohamed Bazoum and called for his "immediate" release. The bloc also said it backed the West African ECOWAS… Read more »
August 10, 2023
West Africa: Ecowas Force On 'Standby' As Junta Names Government
The leaders of a coup in Niger declared a new government, naming 21 ministers. The move came as leaders of the West African bloc ECOWAS held a summit debating a response to the… Read more »