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Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara has announced the handover of the French military base in Abidjan to Ivory Coast in January 2025. This decision, part of the gradual withdrawal of French forces from Africa, involves the 43rd Marine Infantry Battalion (BIMA) camp in Port-Bouët. Renamed after General Thomas d’Aquin Ouattara, the first Chief of Staff of the Ivorian Army, the base …

Kenyan President William Ruto acknowledged on Tuesday the abuses committed by security forces following protests against a series of kidnappings that have shocked the country. These kidnappings have led to accusations against security forces for numerous disappearances after the violent crackdown on anti-government protests in June and July. More than 60 people were reportedly killed during these events, according to …

Mauritania officially launched the production of liquefied natural gas (LNG) on Tuesday, starting from the Grand Tortue Ahmeyim offshore platform, a strategic project located between Mauritania and Senegal. Mohamed Ould Malainine Ould Khaled, Mauritania’s Minister of Energy and Petroleum, announced that the first drop of LNG was produced at 5:00 PM local time, marking an important milestone in the exploitation …

Africa Eye Editorial Johannesburg – The Pan-African Parliament (PAP), the legislative arm of the African Union, has called for a transparent and inclusive mediation process to address the ongoing post-election crisis in Mozambique. The crisis, which has persisted for two months, has resulted in deadly violence claiming over 250 lives and causing widespread destruction. In a statement reported by the …

On Sunday, nearly eight million Chadians were called to vote in legislative, provincial, and local elections. This vote, considered by the regime as a decisive step in the ongoing political transition, was marked by low voter turnout and allegations of fraud from the opposition. According to the National Agency for Election Management (ANGE), the national voter turnout reached 52.37%, while …

Mamoudou Samoura Director of publication Africa Eye Senior expert in international relations and African geopolitics On July 6, 2024, the military leaders of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger announced the creation of the Confederation of Sahel States (CSS), marking a decisive step in their pursuit of sovereignty and regional cooperation. This initiative, led by regimes that have come to power …

Recently arrived Sudanese refugees wait to be registered at Gorom refugee camp near Juba, South Sudan. Photo Credit: Refugees International South Sudan has long been one of the world’s most dangerous places for humanitarian workers, but the risks faced by local aid staff have been largely overlooked. As we grapple with an increasingly complex global landscape of humanitarian crises, it’s …

 In an operation against arms trafficking in Central Africa, the Chad-Sudan joint force has intercepted a substantial cache of weapons en route to Lake Chad. The haul, comprising 296 firearms of various calibers, including two RPGs and 17 pistols, was showcased to the media by the joint force. The seizure took place during a law enforcement operation in the village …

Mauritanian Civil Military Cooperation Teams distributing supplies to a local school during Flintlock near Kaedi, Mauritania. (Source: U.S. AFRICOM/Spc. Brunschmid)  The Sahel region of Africa is facing an unprecedented surge in militant Islamist violence, with attacks increasing by 140% since 2020. Despite years of international support and counterterrorism operations, governments in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are struggling to contain …

The rising threat of violent extremism in Coastal West Africa demands a recalibration of security strategies. While military responses are often emphasized, the efficacy of these efforts is intrinsically linked to the quality of security sector governance. Enhancing oversight and accountability within defense and security institutions is crucial for effectively countering extremist threats and fostering long-term stability in the region. …