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Burkina Faso diaspora bonds list on regional bourse after topping fundraising target

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Burkina Faso diaspora bonds have started trading on the regional bourse in Abidjan after attracting CFA151.5 billion in subscriptions, comfortably surpassing the government's CFA125 billion target and supporting major development projects.

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

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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

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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

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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

Wadagni’s first 100 days: style, neighbour diplomacy and Talon’s long shadow

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Wadagni's first 100 days in office have combined regional outreach, welfare reforms and economic continuity, while raising fresh questions about press freedom and Patrice Talon's continuing influence in Benin.
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AES Integration Expands as Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Align Telecoms and Trade

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AES integration is moving beyond military cooperation as Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger align telecommunications regulation, media governance and economic policies. New agreements suggest the Alliance of Sahel States is steadily building common institutions across the confederation.

Abeïbara Strike: Mali Claims 50 Fighters Killed in Kidal Operation

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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

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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

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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.

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