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Russian President Vladimir Putin says that heightened Russian influence in Africa has caused an "emotional reaction" in French President Emmanuel Macron. “I think there is some kind of resentment, but when we maintained direct contacts…

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France will end its military presence in Niger and pull its ambassador out of the country after its democratically elected president was deposed in a coup. The announcement is a…

Gabonese authorities has banned a march that was to take place Tuesday. The organizers wished to demonstrate against the French military presence in Gabon. Despite the opposition groups' commitment to ensure a peaceful gathering, the…

Niger MP has voted in favour of allowing the deployment of foreign forces fighting jihadists in the impoverished Sahel nation. After several hours of debate, the members of parliament voted 131 in favour and 31 against. Some activists…