West Africa

  • May 21, 2020
  • 2 min read

West African currency changes gain official momentum

Much-heralded changes to the CFA franc have moved a step closer

West Africa
  • May 20, 2020
  • 7 min read

COVID-19 crisis may not benefit Sahelian jihadists

The assumption that COVID-19 outbreaks will aid jihadist operations is too simplistic

West Africa
  • May 12, 2020
  • 7 min read

Proposed West African currency faces further delays

The COVID-19 pandemic will push back the introduction of a new West African currency

West Africa
  • Apr 27, 2020
  • 7 min read

Foreign over-fishing will drain West African resource

Weak policing and management are allowing EU and Asian fishing boats to fish illegally but profitably off West Africa

West Africa
  • Apr 27, 2020
  • 2 min read

Regional recognition will boost Guinea-Bissau's leader

The contested 'president' has been endorsed by a key regional bloc

Guinea-Bissau
  • Apr 24, 2020
  • 7 min read

Guinea’s presidential polls will be next battleground

The passing of a new constitution paves the way for the president to seek a third term in office

Guinea
  • Mar 30, 2020
  • 7 min read

Burkina Faso may mirror wider Sahelian vulnerabilities

As COVID-19 cases grow in Burkina Faso, fears are growing for the wider region

Burkina Faso
  • Mar 5, 2020
  • 7 min read

Guinea-Bissau’s political turmoil will linger

Tensions have ratcheted up as an electoral dispute persists

Guinea-Bissau