Genetic insights into the Fulani people not only illuminate their biological history but also enrich our understanding of their cultural and historical narratives.
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Maintaining current elephant numbers, let alone reversing declines, requires new thinking and conservation innovation.
Mali aims to increase its stake in mining projects and strengthen control over its natural resources.
Ibrahim Traoré’s popularity in some west African countries may rest on shaky foundations.
West Africa has been a gold mining hub for centuries.
Climate policies in Africa must include clear commitments to combat modern slavery.
China stands a good chance of taking advantage of the dwindling western presence in the Sahel region of west Africa.
The junta-led countries of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have announced a new joint military force to combat jihadist groups in the region.
Mali’s new penal code came into effect on 13 December 2024. It equates same-sex sexual relations with indecent assault and makes it a criminal act.
Ghana is a big player in west African geopolitics.
A combination of population explosion, failure of governance and endemic poverty creates a perfect breeding ground for a jihadist state in west Africa.
Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso set to leave Ecowas at a time of rising insecurity in west Africa.
UN peacekeeping missions will be revamped to better respond to the realities on the ground where they are deployed.
The dissolution of the Chad-France defence pact raises questions about Chad’s next potential partners. It could also reshape power dynamics in the Sahel.
The possibilities for a large presence of al-Shabaab fighters in Ethiopia are limited.
Once these chemicals are in an environment they almost never break down.
Despite the fracture within Ecowas and animosity with western partners, regional and international collaboration is needed to fight terrorism in west Africa.
While Wagner may offer short-term stability for some African governments, its long-term impact undermines sustainable development and security.
Military coups are making a comeback: it’s a return to one of postcolonial Africa’s political traditions.
In the popular imagination, coups d'etat are strictly military-led, palace conspiracies. In reality, a majority of them have required civilian participation.
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