Today, 06:16 Verified
JNIM overruns Burkina Faso military base in Djibo JNIM militants overran a Burkinabé army garrison in Djibo, Soum Province, after a coordinated attack involving vehicle-borne explosives and infantry assault. The town had been under informal siege for months with supply convoys regularly ambushed.
Yesterday, 22:16 Partial
Malian army and Wagner conduct joint operation in Kidal region Malian Armed Forces alongside Wagner Group fighters launched a large-scale sweep operation in the Kidal region targeting Tuareg separatist groups. OSINT analysts reported at least 8 armored vehicles and 2 helicopters involved.
Drought devastates harvests across northern Burkina Faso Severe drought conditions have destroyed an estimated 60% of cereal crops in Burkina Faso's Sahel and Nord regions. The FAO warned that 3.5 million people face acute food insecurity heading into the lean season.
Feb 9, 2026 13:16 Partial
JNIM attacks military outpost in northern Mali Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) fighters overran a Malian army outpost near Timbuktu, seizing weapons and vehicles before retreating.
Feb 9, 2026 13:16 Verified
Boko Haram faction attacks villages in Diffa region of Niger Fighters from the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) attacked three villages near Diffa, Niger, killing civilians and burning homes. The Nigerian border area has seen escalating cross-border raids.
Feb 8, 2026 13:16 Verified France completes military withdrawal from Niger The last contingent of French troops departed Niger from the Niamey air base, completing the withdrawal demanded by Niger's military government. Approximately 1,500 French soldiers had been stationed in the country.
Feb 7, 2026 13:16 Verified
IED attack kills UN peacekeepers near Gao, Mali An improvised explosive device detonated beneath a MINUSMA logistics convoy near Gao, killing three Chadian peacekeepers and destroying two armored vehicles. JNIM claimed responsibility via its media channels.
Feb 6, 2026 13:16 Verified Burkina Faso junta expels UN human rights team The military government of Burkina Faso ordered the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights to leave within 48 hours, accusing them of interference.
Feb 5, 2026 13:16 Verified Burkina Faso recruits 50,000 volunteer defense fighters The Burkinabé military government announced the enrollment of 50,000 Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland (VDP), providing them with two weeks of training and small arms. Rights groups expressed concern about arming civilians with minimal oversight.
Feb 4, 2026 13:16 Verified Mass displacement from Tillabéri region in Niger Over 50,000 civilians fled the Tillabéri region of Niger following intensified attacks by armed groups on villages, overwhelming neighboring communities.
Gold mine collapse in northern Niger kills 40 artisanal miners A major tunnel collapse at an unlicensed artisanal gold mine near Agadez killed at least 40 miners, with dozens more feared trapped. The accident highlighted the dangerous conditions in the region's largely unregulated mining sector.
Feb 1, 2026 13:16 Unverified
Tuareg separatists ambush Wagner convoy near Aguelhok Tuareg fighters from the CSP-DPA alliance ambushed a Wagner Group convoy near Aguelhok in northern Mali, destroying at least four vehicles in a well-coordinated attack. Wagner casualties were reported but not confirmed by Malian authorities.
Jan 31, 2026 13:16 Verified ECOWAS suspends Sahel states from regional trade agreements The Economic Community of West African States formally suspended Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger from regional free trade protocols following their withdrawal from ECOWAS. Border tariffs were reimposed, threatening regional supply chains.
Jan 30, 2026 13:16 Disputed Wagner Group forces accused of civilian killings in Mali Eyewitness reports and mobile phone footage appear to show Wagner Group mercenaries executing civilians in the Mopti region during a counter-terrorism operation.
Jan 29, 2026 13:16 Verified MSF clinic in Ségou region attacked and looted Armed men attacked and looted an MSF primary healthcare clinic in the Ségou region of Mali, stealing medical supplies and damaging equipment. MSF suspended operations in the area, affecting healthcare access for 25,000 people.
Jan 27, 2026 13:16 Verified Mass protests in Bamako against rising food prices Thousands of Malians protested in Bamako against soaring food prices, with the cost of rice doubling in six months due to ECOWAS trade suspensions and conflict-related supply disruptions. Security forces fired tear gas to disperse crowds.
Jan 26, 2026 13:16 Verified Alliance of Sahel States announces joint military force Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger formally launched their joint military force under the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) framework, pledging mutual defense cooperation.
Jan 24, 2026 13:16 Verified Niger junta signs uranium mining deal with Russia Niger's military government signed a new uranium mining concession agreement with Russia's Rosatom, granting access to the Imouraren deposit previously held by a French consortium. The deal further shifted Niger's strategic alignment toward Moscow.
Jan 22, 2026 13:16 Partial Intercommunal violence erupts in Mopti region over land disputes Clashes between Dogon and Fulani communities in the Mopti region of Mali killed at least 45 people over three days. The violence was triggered by competing land claims exacerbated by displacement from jihadist activity.
Jan 19, 2026 13:16 Verified
ISGS suicide bombing at Niamey market A suicide bomber affiliated with the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara detonated an explosive device at a crowded market in Niamey, Niger's capital.
Jan 16, 2026 13:16 Verified Lake Chad basin faces ecological collapse threatening 30 million A joint UN-AU assessment warned that Lake Chad has shrunk to 10% of its 1960s extent, threatening the livelihoods of 30 million people across four countries. The ecological crisis compounds food insecurity caused by armed conflict in the region.
Jan 15, 2026 13:16 Verified Cholera outbreak hits displacement camps in Ouagadougou Over 300 cases confirmed among IDPs fleeing violence. MSF deploys emergency medical teams to contain spread.
Jan 14, 2026 13:16 Verified
Russia opens military training center in Niamey Africa Corps establishes base to train Nigerien forces following US withdrawal. Facility includes air defense systems.
Jan 13, 2026 13:16 Partial
Malian forces recapture strategic town in joint operation Government troops supported by Wagner contractors retake key position from JNIM. Heavy casualties reported on both sides.
Jan 12, 2026 13:16 Partial Mass grave discovered near Kaya containing 20 bodies Human rights groups demand investigation into suspected extrajudicial killings. Military denies involvement.
Jan 10, 2026 13:16 Verified Burkina Faso junta expels French ambassador Government declares diplomat persona non grata amid deteriorating relations. France recalls ambassador for consultations.
Jan 9, 2026 13:16 Verified
Jihadists impose blockade on Maradi cutting supply routes Armed groups establish checkpoints preventing commercial traffic. Food prices surge as shortages develop.
Jan 8, 2026 13:16 Verified Humanitarian corridor blocked by armed groups in Tahoua Aid convoy denied passage to conflict-affected areas. WFP warns of looming food crisis for 200,000 civilians.
Jan 6, 2026 13:16 Unverified
Drone strike kills suspected AQIM leader in Mali Unconfirmed reports of targeted killing near Algerian border. Unclear if operation conducted by Malian or foreign forces.
Jan 4, 2026 13:16 Verified
Islamic State claims ambush on Nigerien military convoy ISWAP fighters attack troops near Diffa killing 17 soldiers and destroying vehicles. Fourth major attack this month.
Jan 2, 2026 13:16 Verified French military completes withdrawal from region Last French troops depart after government terminates defense cooperation agreement. Marks end of Operation Barkhane presence.
Dec 31, 2025 13:16 Verified ECOWAS suspends Niger following military coup Regional bloc imposes sanctions and threatens intervention after junta overthrows elected president. Border closures disrupt trade.
Dec 29, 2025 13:16 Partial
Intercommunal clashes erupt in Mopti over land rights Dogon and Fulani communities engage in armed confrontation leaving 19 dead. Ethnic tensions inflamed by jihadist exploitation.
Dec 27, 2025 13:16 Verified UN reports 45,000 newly displaced in Tillabéri region Armed group violence forces mass exodus from border villages in Niger. Humanitarian agencies struggle to provide aid amid insecurity.
Dec 25, 2025 13:16 Verified
Burkina Faso army launches operation in Djibo region Military conducts large-scale counter-insurgency operation targeting ISWAP cells. Thousands of residents displaced by fighting.
Dec 22, 2025 13:16 Verified
IED explosion kills civilians in Gao market Improvised explosive device detonates in crowded marketplace leaving 8 dead and 24 wounded. No group claims responsibility.
Dec 20, 2025 13:16 Partial
Wagner Group reinforcements arrive in Bamako Russian military contractors deploy additional personnel and equipment to support Malian junta. France condemns expanded mercenary presence.
Dec 18, 2025 13:16 Verified
JNIM militants attack military outpost near Timbuktu Jihadist fighters overrun Malian army base killing at least 12 soldiers. Attack marks escalation in northern Mali operations.