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1 week ago
France news

Burkina Faso junta says it foiled coup attempt DW 04/22/2025

Burkina Faso's military foiled a coup attempt allegedly linked to masterminds in Ivory Coast, aiming to create chaos in the nation.
#mali
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
France politics

Military governments lead West African trio out of ECOWAS regional bloc

Military governments in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have formally withdrawn from ECOWAS, escalating regional tensions and challenges to the bloc's authority.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Attacks by Islamic extremists are rampant in Africa's Sahel. Here's what we know about them

The Sahel region faces escalating violence despite military leadership promising enhanced security.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

ECOWAS loses membership of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger DW 01/29/2025

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger withdraw from ECOWAS, citing French influence and seeking closer ties with Russia.
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Rising discontent with military juntas in the Sahel region DW 10/16/2024

Support for military juntas in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger is declining as they fail to fulfill promises, exacerbated by Russian mercenary tactics.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger agree to grace period in ECOWAS withdrawal

ECOWAS is trying to convince Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to stay in the bloc during a six-month grace period.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

African coup-hit states get more time to rethink ECOWAS exit DW 12/15/2024

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are reconsidering their planned exit from the ECOWAS bloc after military coups and criticisms of the bloc's actions.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
France politics

Military governments lead West African trio out of ECOWAS regional bloc

Military governments in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have formally withdrawn from ECOWAS, escalating regional tensions and challenges to the bloc's authority.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Attacks by Islamic extremists are rampant in Africa's Sahel. Here's what we know about them

The Sahel region faces escalating violence despite military leadership promising enhanced security.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

ECOWAS loses membership of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger DW 01/29/2025

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger withdraw from ECOWAS, citing French influence and seeking closer ties with Russia.
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Rising discontent with military juntas in the Sahel region DW 10/16/2024

Support for military juntas in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger is declining as they fail to fulfill promises, exacerbated by Russian mercenary tactics.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger agree to grace period in ECOWAS withdrawal

ECOWAS is trying to convince Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to stay in the bloc during a six-month grace period.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

African coup-hit states get more time to rethink ECOWAS exit DW 12/15/2024

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are reconsidering their planned exit from the ECOWAS bloc after military coups and criticisms of the bloc's actions.
more#mali
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1 month ago
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Rights group urges probe into Burkina Faso civilian massacre DW 03/15/2025

Militias linked to Burkina Faso's junta are accused of a gruesome massacre targeting civilians in Solenzo.
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1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Rights group urges probe into Burkina Faso civilian massacre DW 03/15/2025

Militias linked to Burkina Faso's junta are accused of a gruesome massacre targeting civilians in Solenzo.
more#human-rights
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Ghana faces a growing jihadist threat DW 02/13/2025

Ghana risks jihadist recruitment due to unemployment and marginalization, despite currently avoiding direct attacks.
#education
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Education

We would turn up to find books on fire': the teachers risking kidnap and death to keep Burkina Faso's schools open

Teaching in Burkina Faso is perilous due to increased jihadist violence, leading to widespread school closures and humanitarian crises.
Teachers remain committed despite danger, viewing education as a mission.
fromWashington Post
3 months ago
Europe news

As Russia seeks influence in Africa, former students play central role

Former students in Burkina Faso are fostering stronger ties with Russia, moving away from Western influence toward economic and diplomatic partnerships.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Education

We would turn up to find books on fire': the teachers risking kidnap and death to keep Burkina Faso's schools open

Teaching in Burkina Faso is perilous due to increased jihadist violence, leading to widespread school closures and humanitarian crises.
Teachers remain committed despite danger, viewing education as a mission.
fromWashington Post
3 months ago
Europe news

As Russia seeks influence in Africa, former students play central role

Former students in Burkina Faso are fostering stronger ties with Russia, moving away from Western influence toward economic and diplomatic partnerships.
more#education
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4 months ago

Best of Earth911 Podcast: Supermodel Georgie Badiel Brings Clean Water to Burkina Faso

Georgie Badiel is leveraging her celebrity to address water scarcity in Burkina Faso through her foundation.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

It was my first pregnancy so I didn't know what was normal' This is climate breakdown

Extreme heat during a critical pregnancy period can lead to severe health risks and emotional distress.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Burkina Faso wants to reinstate death penalty, government source says

Burkina Faso's military regime plans to reinstate the death penalty, reversing a 2018 abolition as discussions on legal amendments begin.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

It's not me, it's just my face': the models who found their likenesses had been used in AI propaganda

AI-generated propaganda videos can exploit individual's likeness for political purposes, raising concerns over consent and personal safety.
Deepfake technology poses significant threats to personal identity and the integrity of information.
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