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Russia Claims France Plotting “Neocolonial Coups” Through Africa
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(MENAFN) Russian intelligence has alleged that France is seeking to carry out “neocolonial coups” in Africa to destabilize governments it considers undesirable, with a particular focus on the Sahel region, where French influence has waned in...
AU Chief Slams Recent Attacks in Niger
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(MENAFN) The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has denounced recent strikes in Niger, including a brazen assault on Niamey's Hamani Diori International Airport, while pledging the continental bloc's unwavering...
Chairperson of African Union Commission Condemns Attacks in Niger
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(MENAFN) The Chairperson of the African Union Commission condemned recent violent attacks in Niger, including an assault on Hamani Diori International Airport in Niamey, and reaffirmed the organization’s support for the country.
U.S. State Department Orders Evacuation of Personnel from Niger
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(MENAFN) The U.S. State Department issued an emergency directive Friday mandating the departure of non-essential government personnel and their families from Niger, citing mounting security threats across the West African nation.
New Report: Investing in Scalable Technologies, Data Governance and Institutional Capacity Key to Africa’s Food Security
EIN Presswire
Annual Trends and Outlook Report finds promising agricultural technologies but reveals opportunities for greater integration, interoperability, and adaptation.
US Orders Non-Emergency Staff to Evacuate Niger Amid Safety Concerns
MENAFN
(MENAFN) The United States has instructed non-emergency government personnel and their families to leave Niger due to escalating safety concerns, according to reports. "The U.S. government cannot offer routine or emergency services to U.S....
African Union suspends Madagascar’s membership after leader’s ousting
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(MENAFN) The African Union (AU) has suspended Madagascar’s membership after the military ousted President Andry Rajoelina, forcing him to flee to a “safe location” amid escalating unrest.
Gunfire, Blast Echo Through Niger's Capital
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(MENAFN) Heavy automatic weapons fire and powerful blasts echoed through Niger's capital in the predawn hours Thursday close to an aviation facility, though government officials maintain they have stabilized the circumstances.
Niger Partners with Russia to Develop Nuclear Reactors
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(MENAFN) Niger has unveiled plans to construct two nuclear power stations through a collaboration with Rosatom, Russia’s state-owned atomic energy company.
South Africa Welcomes U.S. Extension of Key Trade Program
MENAFN
(MENAFN) South Africa has praised the U.S. House of Representatives for advancing legislation to extend a critical trade initiative benefiting qualifying African nations, even as diplomatic relations between Pretoria and Washington remain tense....
Armed Attack in Niger State Leaves Fifty Dead
MENAFN
(MENAFN) The number of fatalities from a violent raid on a marketplace in Nigeria’s Niger state has climbed to 50, according to reports on Sunday.
Market armed attack in Nigeria’s Niger state rises to fifty
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(MENAFN) The number of people killed in an armed assault on a marketplace in Nigeria’s Niger state has climbed to 50, according to reports released on Sunday.
Turkish, Nigerien Leaders Hold Phone Talks on Regional, Global Matters
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(MENAFN) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Niger's President Abdurrahman Tchiani on Monday discussed regional and global developments over a phone call.
Trump Extends Travel Ban to Additional African Nations
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(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has broadened the scope of a travel prohibition, halting entry for citizens from five additional African nations, according to an official decree issued by the White House.
Trump expands travel ban to five African countries
MENAFN
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has widened an existing travel ban to block entry for citizens of five additional African countries, according to an official decree released by the US administration.
Trump Imposes Entry Restrictions on Five More African Nations
MENAFN
(MENAFN) President Donald Trump has imposed sweeping immigration restrictions targeting five additional African nations, according to White House documentation released this week.
Attempt to Overthrow Benin President Foiled
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Benin's President Patrice Talon has announced that government-aligned military units successfully suppressed an insurrection launched by rogue soldiers attempting to seize power.
Nigerian President Confirms Release of Kidnapped Students
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Monday affirmed that 100 students abducted in the country’s north-central region have been released.
Nigerian President Confirms Release of Kidnapped Students
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Monday affirmed that 100 students abducted in the country’s north-central region have been released.
Benin soldiers announce coup, oust president Talon
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Soldiers in Benin declared on national television that they had removed President Patrice Talon from power, asserting that they were now in charge of the state.
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