Mali
Solar energy gains momentum in the Sahel
Solar power projects are picking up pace across the Sahelian band
MaliLeader killings in Mali will disrupt ISGS -- for now
The French president has confirmed the death of the leader of Islamic State in the Greater Sahara
MaliRussian mercenaries would worsen Mali's ties with EU
Reports have emerged that the Malian authorities are looking to hire Russian mercenaries
MaliIslam will play growing political role in West Africa
The spread of jihadist insurgencies masks deeper transformations in the relationship between Islam and politics
West AfricaMali’s transition looks likely to be extended
Malians are debating whether the transition to democracy should be extended
MaliBarkhane’s end is not a game changer for the Sahel
French President Macron in June announced the winding down of Operation Barkhane by early 2022
NigerRapid demographic growth may destabilise the Sahel
While attention focuses on insecurity, rapid population growth could further burden the Sahel
NigerWest Africa jihadists will not follow Taliban example
The fall of Kabul to Taliban forces has intensified fears in West Africa and the Sahel of future jihadist victories
West Africa