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Military governments in West Africa withdraw from ECOWAS

The military-led governments of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have formally exited the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), marking a significant shift in regional politics. The regional bloc, headquartered in Nigeria, confirmed their withdrawal in a statement on Wednesday, finalizing......

Mystery deepens: No word yet on missing Moroccan truckers in West Africa

Four Moroccan truck drivers who disappeared on Saturday between Dore, Burkina Faso, and Tera, Niger, remain unaccounted for despite unconfirmed reports of their release. Mustapha Chaoune, Secretary General of Morocco's Democratic Organization of Multimodal Transport and Logistics, stated Monday that......

Four Moroccan Truck Drivers Vanish in High-Risk Burkina Faso-Niger Border Zone

Four Moroccan truck drivers have gone missing in a volatile region near the Burkina Faso-Niger border, raising alarm among transport professionals and authorities. The incident, which occurred on January 18, highlights the escalating security risks in an area increasingly plagued by jihadist activity. The......

CHAN 2025 Qualifiers: Senegal, CAR, Burkina Faso, and Guinea Secure Spots

The road to the 2025 Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) has been marked by surprising twists and thrilling finishes. Teams from across the continent have fought fiercely for a place in the prestigious tournament, which will take place from February 1 to 28, 2025, hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.......

Morocco's Pivotal Role in Sahel Mediation: A Diplomatic Bridge Between West and Military Regimes

Morocco has emerged as a crucial intermediary between Western nations and the military governments of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. This diplomatic prowess was recently showcased through the successful negotiation for the release of four French DGSE agents, who had been detained in Burkina Faso since......

Burkina Faso Releases Four French Nationals After Diplomatic Intervention by King Mohammed VI

In a significant diplomatic development, Burkina Faso has released four French nationals who had been detained in Ouagadougou since December 2023. The release came after direct intervention by King Mohammed VI of Morocco, with the request made through diplomatic channels. The Moroccan Ministry of Foreign......

Sahel Alliance Announces Visa-Free Policy for ECOWAS Nationals

In a significant diplomatic move, the authorities of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have declared that their countries will now operate as a visa-free zone for citizens of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This announcement, made on a Saturday evening, marks a bold step by the three......

Burkina Faso’s Junta Leader Dismisses Prime Minister and Dissolves Government

Burkina Faso’s military-led government announced a significant political shakeup on Friday, with the dismissal of Prime Minister Apollinaire Joachim Kyelem de Tambela and the dissolution of the government. This decision, outlined in a presidential decree, marks another critical moment in the country’s......

Morocco Spearheads Atlantic Access Initiative for Landlocked Sahel Nations

Morocco is taking the lead in a groundbreaking effort to provide landlocked Sahel countries with access to the Atlantic Ocean, aiming to boost economic connectivity and regional cooperation. This initiative, launched by King Mohammed VI in November 2023, has gained significant momentum, as evidenced......