July 8, 2024Pawla NibramichNews0. Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso have set up a Confederation to defend their shared geostrategic interest, sending a strong message to the Algerian regime and France, the former colonial power. The new regional entity was announced during the first summit held over the weekend by the military rulers of the three Sahel countries in Niamey. They signed a treaty establishing officially a confederation between them, confirming their irreversible decision of leaving the Economic Community of West African States ECOWAS. The leaders of Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso have pledged to enhance integration and step cooperation ties in a wide range of sectors. Sudan Peace Talks in Cairo Yield Little Progress Amid Ongoing Conflict. Libyan crisis: Morocco, UN agree to continue dialogue on political process. Ethiopian PM Meets Sudan s Military Chief Amid Ongoing Conflict. Kenyan Farmers Grapple with Devastating Floods and Climate Change. UN Report Implicates Uganda in Supporting Congo s M23 Rebels. US company subsidiary Star Garment Secures 15 Million IFC Loan to Open Factory in Togo. Tanzanian Artist Released After Public Fundraising Effort. Copyright 2024  WordPress Theme byMH Themes
Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso form a Confederation to defend shared interests, challenging Algeria and France. The new entity was established during a summit in Niamey, with the countries leaving ECOWAS. Sudan peace talks show slow progress in Cairo, Moroccan and UN ongoing dialogue for Libyan crisis, Ethiopian PM meets Sudan military, Kenyan farmers face climate challenges, UN report suggests Uganda supports Congo's M23 rebels, and a US subsidiary secures a loan to open a factory in Togo. Tanzanian artist released after fundraising effort.