‘Forget democracy’ says Burkina Faso’s military leader Ibrahim Traore
Traore reneged on promises to hold elections and has since scrapped political parties in the country.
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Sudan lose to Burkina Faso as Algeria win again at AFCON 2025
Burkina Faso book second place in Group E at the Africa Cup of Nations with a 2-0 win over Sudan.
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Will Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso bloc reshape the Sahel?
A recent summit of The Alliance of Sahel States has raised security and economic hopes for Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger.
Published On 31 Dec 2025
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A marriage of three: Will Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso bloc reshape the Sahel?
Since withdrawing from ECOWAS, the post-coup countries have inaugurated a new bank, TV station and joint military force.
Mali, Burkina Faso ban US citizens in response to Trump travel bans
The West African countries say the bans are equivalent to those imposed on their citizens by the United States.
Mozambique win first ever AFCON game, while Algeria reach last 16
Elsewhere in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, Cameroon and Ivory coast draw 1-1, while Sudan see off Equatorial Guinea.
Niger’s military rulers order ‘general mobilisation’ against armed groups
Military rulers expand emergency powers, warning that people, property, and services may be requisitioned.
Mahrez double sets Algeria off to winning AFCON 2025 start against Sudan
Former Man City forward Riyad Mahrez scores twice in Algeria’s 3-0 win against Sudan in Group E.
Sahel summit: What is the biggest challenge facing the region?
Sahel countries launch a joint battalion to fight armed groups as they boost ties with Russia amid rising insecurity.
Burkina Faso leader vows AES alliance crackdown on armed groups in Sahel
Burkina Faso, Niger, Mali have launched joint battalion aiming to bolster sovereignty after group booted out France, US.
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Can Alliance of Sahel States find a way to curb advance of armed groups?
Leaders from Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso are hoping to find a way to repel advancing fighters linked to al-Qaeda.
Published On 21 Dec 2025
