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Faye’s Visit to Mali Marks New ECOWAS Push to Reach Sahel States

Politics Abass Sesay Abass Sesay -
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye arrived in Bamako on his first foreign trip since becoming ECOWAS chairman. Faye's visit to Mali comes as the regional bloc seeks to revive dialogue with the Alliance of Sahel States, with talks expected to focus on security cooperation ...

Chad joins wave of ICC exits amid US pressure and Sahel fallout

Governance & Accountability Omar Neneh Bah Omar Neneh Bah -
Chad has formally begun withdrawing from the ICC, joining a growing list of countries questioning the court's role amid geopolitical pressure and African justice debates.

Faye Puts ECOWAS Sahel Reconciliation at the Centre of His New Chairmanship

Governance & Accountability Omar Neneh Bah Omar Neneh Bah -
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has assumed the ECOWAS chairmanship with a pledge to prioritise reconciliation with Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger. His leadership comes as the regional bloc seeks to rebuild relations with the breakaway Alliance of Sahel States

Bamako Stays Silent as US Military Action in Mali Targets JNIM

Security & Conflict Samuel Okechukwu Oruruo Samuel Okechukwu Oruruo -
Mali's military government has remained silent following reports that the Trump administration is considering US military action in Mali against JNIM. The debate has highlighted growing security concerns across the Sahel and questions about Russia's role in the region.

Bah N’Daw Allies Trial Opens In Bamako After 5 Years In Detention

Explainers & Features Steve Asamoah Steve Asamoah -
The Bah N'Daw allies trial has begun in Bamako, bringing six men accused of plotting against Mali's military-led government before a court for the first time after nearly five years in detention.
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