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Mali Govt Denies Diplomatic Difficulties with New CSS Passports

The Malian government has reassured the public that the new regional biometric passport fully complies with international standards and has not officially encountered...

Niger's Transitional Government released 49 individuals
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Niger To Expand Cooperation with BRICS, Amidst Other Patnerships

Niger has announced plans to deepen cooperation with the BRICS group in 2025 as part of a broader strategy to expand international partnerships....

National Dialogue in Niamey
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Niger To Hold Inclusive National Dialogue in Niamey to Shape Political Transition Process

The Inclusive National Dialogue, a key initiative in Niger’s political transition, will officially open in Niamey on February 15, 2025. The national conference,...

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Senegal Govt Announces Compensation for Victims of Political Violence Under Former President Macky Sall

The Senegalese government has announced financial compensation for the families of victims of political violence that occurred between 2021 and 2024. Each bereaved...

Burkina Faso Mali Niger Joint Mobile Telecommunications
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Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to Launch Joint Mobile Telecommunications Operator

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger are set to create a joint mobile telecommunications operator, a first-of-its-kind initiative in the region. This project, spearheaded...

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Mali Secures $100 Million to Improve Access to Drinking Water

The World Bank has approved a $100 million credit to help Mali enhance access to clean drinking water and strengthen water resource conservation....

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Nigeria Falls to 100th Out of 121 in Global Digital Quality Ranking, Slipping 12 Spots in Just One Year

Nigeria has fallen to 100th place in the 2024 Digital Quality of Life (DQL) Index by cybersecurity firm Surfshark. This decline is notable,...

Burkina Faso Passport
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Burkina Faso Issues First AES Passport as Regional Bloc Pushes for Integration

Burkina Faso has issued its first Confédération des États du Sahel (AES) passport, with Captain Ibrahim Traoré as the first recipient. The move...

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Liberia Seeks Burkina Faso’s Support for UN Security Council Bid Amid Shifting West African Alliances

Liberia has officially sought Burkina Faso’s support for its bid for the United Nations Security Council seat. The request was made during a...

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Spotify’s $10 Billion Payout in 2024 Fuels Streaming’s Global Dominance

As the Grammy Awards approach, Spotify is making it clear that it has been instrumental in reshaping the global music industry. On Tuesday,...

DRC Crisis in Goma
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DR Congo Calls on UN Security Council to Act Against Rwanda as M23 Attacks in Goma Kill Over 100

The Democratic Republic of Congo is demanding immediate action against Rwanda over the ongoing crisis in the eastern part of the country. The...

In a ministerial meeting of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES) held in Bamako on January 16, 2025, key decisions emerging from the session include establishing a Regional Investment Bank and launching transformative infrastructure projects across member states.
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AES Announces Implementation of Regional Passport For Member States

The Confederation of Sahel States (AES) has announced the launch of its regional passport, a significant step towards enhancing the free movement of...