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Forecariah Mass Grave Investigation: Pressure Builds As Rights Groups Demand Answers

The Forecariah mass grave investigation is attracting regional attention after six bound and blindfolded bodies were found in south-western Guinea, prompting civil society groups to demand an independent inquiry.

Two French Journalists Detained in Togo Cleared to Leave the Country

Two French documentary makers who were among the journalists detained in Togo since July have been authorised to leave the country after more than five weeks in custody, although legal proceedings remain ongoing.

Senegal IMF Programme Returns 2 Years After Hidden Debt Fallout

Senegal's IMF programme is back after a two-year freeze triggered by hidden debt, with Dakar pursuing reforms as tensions between President Faye and Ousmane Sonko deepen

Côte d’Ivoire Turns to China to Grow Its Textile Industry

Côte d'Ivoire has signed a textile cooperation agreement with China to accelerate Ivorian cotton processing, attract investment and expand local manufacturing capacity across the cotton value chain.

Niger Signs $1.9bn Dosso Refinery Deal With Canada’s Zimar Group

Niger has signed a $1.9 billion Dosso refinery deal with Canada's Zimar Group to build a 100,000-barrel-per-day refinery and petrochemical complex, one of the largest energy investments in the Sahel.

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Abeïbara Strike: Mali Claims 50 Fighters Killed in Kidal Operation

Mali's military says an Abeïbara strike killed at least 50 fighters in Kidal. Independent confirmation remains absent as analysts question casualty claims and the wider security situation.

CBN to Force Banks to Honour Domiciliary Account Withdrawals

The Central Bank of Nigeria is preparing measures to compel banks to honour domiciliary account withdrawals after complaints from customers who say they are being denied access to their foreign currency funds despite meeting account requirements.

Senegal Doctors Strike Begins As Diphtheria Outbreak Grows

A three-day Senegal doctors strike has begun nationwide, restricting public hospitals to emergency services only. The walkout comes as a diphtheria outbreak spreads across Senegal, with more than 100 confirmed cases and 11 deaths reported across 12 regions.

Kubwa Gas Explosion: Car Rams Into Station, 9 Shops And Police Post Razed

The Kubwa gas explosion destroyed nine shops and a police traffic post after a car crashed into a gas station near Liberty Junction in Abuja. The driver and a child survived as emergency responders battled the blaze.
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