Senegal
Solar energy gains momentum in the Sahel
Solar power projects are picking up pace across the Sahelian band
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 AfricaBarkhane’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
NigerJihadist expansion into West Africa will take time
Jihadist groups have increased attacks in northern Ivory Coast and threaten to expand their activities beyond the Sahel
West AfricaSenegal's Sonko could be a major contender in 2024
Opposition leaders appear to have found an unlikely consensus candidate for the next presidential polls
SenegalSonko protests will embolden Senegal’s opposition
Violent unrest following an opposition leader's arrest signals mounting frustration against the president
SenegalSenegal's Sall will look to bolster his standing
The president has further co-opted and weakened the divided opposition, heightening speculation of a third-term bid
SenegalSahel floods will compound regional fragility
Severe flooding in Sahelian countries has caused more than 100 deaths and displaced hundreds of thousands
West Africa
