Niger attack: Jihadists kill dozen of soldiers in deadliest raid since coup
Killings by militant Islamists have intensified since the military seized power in July.
1970-01-01 08:00
Niger attack: Soldiers killed by hundreds of jihadists in Kandadji
Jihadist attacks have intensified across Niger since the military seized power in July.
1970-01-01 08:00
French troops will soon leave Niger - what happens then?
Decisions made by Niger's ruling juntas will be crucial as to how Islamist extremism spreads.
1970-01-01 08:00
Macron looks on as France's Africa policy crumbles
France's post-colonial days are long gone and yet its influence in Francophone Africa is in tatters.
1970-01-01 08:00
General Brice Oligui Nguema: Who is Gabon's coup leader?
Who is General Brice Nguema, the man who overthrew the president he was supposed to protect?
1970-01-01 08:00
Gabon coup leaders name General Brice Oligui Nguema as new leader
Brice Oligui Nguema is named transitional leader after the overthrow of President Ali Bongo.
1970-01-01 08:00
Gabon coup: Simple guide to what's happening
President Ali Bongo is under house arrest after being ousted by the army after a disputed election.
1970-01-01 08:00
Niger coup: France defies ultimatum for ambassador to leave Niamey
France's president praises the diplomat for staying put despite being told to go by Niger's junta.
1970-01-01 08:00
Niger coup: Fear and anger in Niamey as Ecowas threatens force
People are already feeling the impact of economic sanctions imposed after a military coup.
1970-01-01 08:00
Niger's coup leader General Tchiani: The ex-UN peacekeeper who seized power
Gen Tchiani has triggered a major crisis by overthrowing the president he was meant to guard.
1970-01-01 08:00
US concerned for ousted Niger president Mohamed Bazoum's health
Deposed president Mohamed Bazoum's party has also claimed he is being detained under "cruel" conditions.
1970-01-01 08:00
Nigeria's President Tinubu faces backlash over military intervention in Niger
President Tinubu is facing strong opposition to any deployment of troops to oust Niger's junta.
1970-01-01 08:00