Month: June 2021
US renews condemnation of Nigeria on its Twitter ban
The United States has renewed its condemnation of Nigeria for its recent ban of Twitter.
France rallies Liberia neighbors to hamper Sahel jihadists
France’s Foreign Affairs Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian has called for a regional effort to fights against jihadists in the Sahel on a two-day visit to Liberia.
French President Macron declares end of Barkhane anti-terror Operation In Sahel
French President Emmanuel Macron announced an overhaul and deep transformation of France’s military operations in the Sahel.
Mali coup leader sworn in as interim president
Mali’s Colonel Assimi Goita, following his second coup in nine months, was sworn into office on Monday as interim president despite international condemnation.
More than 160 killed in deadliest attack of Burkina Faso’s war against djihadists
More than 160 killed in deadliest attack of Burkina Faso’s war against djihadists. The government declares 3 days of mourning.
Ghana is entering the rising social bond market
Ghana’s planned issue of a social bond could kickstart a trend in Africa.
France suspends joint military operations with Mali following military takeover
France has announced the suspension of joint military operations with Malian forces after the West African country’s second coup.