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Can the US find new partners in West Africa after Niger exit?

Washington is now seeking a Plan B after troops were ejected from sprawling, expensive bases in Niger.

Al Jazeera · Sep 15, 2024

'Dahomey' film invites colonial past to speak through Benin's stolen treasures

In her award-winning documentary Dahomey, director Mati Diop imagines the voice of royal treasures looted from West Africa by European colonisers and only recently sent back to their homeland in present-day Benin. She tells RFI she hopes it will prompt reflection on displacement, exile and return – not just of…

Radio France Internationale · Sep 15, 2024

Award-winning Belgian photojournalist Gaël Turine on capturing the tranq dope crisis

From the tranq dope crisis in Philadelphia to voodoo in Benin, Belgian photojournalist Gaël Turine speaks to Eve Jackson on arts24 about his award-winning work. Over the past 25 years, his photographs have been widely exhibited throughout Europe and the world. He's also regularly published in the international press. Gaël…

France 24 · Aug 27, 2024

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Mask Festival Brings 'Buzz And Beauty' To Benin's Capital

The three-day Porto Novo Mask Festival drew participants from across Benin as well as neighboring Togo and Burkina Faso.

International Business Times · Aug 6, 2024

Anger in Nigeria over the spiralling cost of living

Nationwide protests against Nigeria's rising cost of living enter day two. Demonstrators have clashed with police, prompting authorities to enforce curfews across several northern states. Also in this edition, a pipeline carring oil from Niger to Benin is under continued threat of attacks by armed rebels. The assaults risks hampering…

France 24 · Aug 2, 2024

UK-Rwanda migrant deal ‘did not stipulate return of funds’

In tonight's edition: Kigali says that a refund is not on the table now that the UK's new PM, Keir Starmer, has scrapped the controversial deportation plan. Hundreds of millions of pounds have already been spent building homes as planned. Meanwhile, a deal signed between Benin and Nigeria in May…

France 24 · Jul 10, 2024

China-Backed Niger Oil Pipeline Threatened By Internal Crisis

China-backed Niger oil pipeline project faces challenges due to security issues, diplomatic disputes, and economic impacts, impacting regional relations an...

Coup-hit Niger was betting on a China-backed oil pipeline as a lifeline. Then the troubles began

A pipeline project built with China's support that would make Niger an oil-exporting country is being threatened by an internal security crisis and a diplomatic dispute with neighoring Benin

The Independent UK · Jun 23, 2024

Jihadi fighters have settled in a Nigerian national park popular with tourists, report claims

Fears that armed groups could further threaten the remaining lions whose populations have declined

The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2024

Jihadi Fighters Settle In Northwestern Nigeria, Threatening Wildlife

Discover how jihadi fighters from the Sahel region have migrated to northwestern Nigeria, posing security threats in Kainji Lake National Park.

Afro-descendants offered Beninese citizenship

Benin encourages members of the African diaspora to call its shores home by offering citizenship to descendants of those who left the continent far in the past. Also, the Olympic flame symbolises the light of spirit, knowledge and life. Oumar Diemé, a Senegalese Olympic torch bearer and a former infantryman,…

France 24 · Jun 13, 2024

Nigeria fall to shock defeat against Benin as Super Eagles suffer further blow to 2026 World Cup hopes

The Super Eagles are winless after four qualifying matches

Evening Standard · Jun 10, 2024

How to watch Benin vs Nigeria FOR FREE: TV channel and live stream for World Cup qualifier today

The Super Eagles need to find some form if they are to be at the World Cup in 2026

Evening Standard · Jun 10, 2024

Resident speaks of daily violence in Sudan’s El Fasher

In tonight's edition: A resident from the besieged Sudanese city of El-Fasher speaks of the fear and frustration that civilians experience while trying to survive amid a civil war. Cameroon's Rose Leke is a pioneering professor who is in town to be honoured for her work against malaria at the…

France 24 · May 27, 2024

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International Business Times · May 10, 2024

In Benin, Tensions Soar Over Cost Of Living

In the heart of Cotonou's large Dantokpa market, Diane Makpenon's family corn shop is less busy than usual these days.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 20, 2024

African feminism pumps the heart of Benin’s debut at Venice Biennale

For the first time since its inception in 1895, the Venice Biennale contemporary art fair has invited the West African nation of Benin to host a pavilion. Curator Azu Nwagbogu and his team of four artists have created a warm, homely space where visitors are encouraged to slow down, reconnect…

Evening Standard · Apr 2, 2024

Yinka Shonibare: "The argument that things are safer at the British Museum is a little bit shaky now"

As the British-Nigerian artist’s new Serpentine Gallery show opens he talks about the long arm of colonialism, why art needs to engage, and why the Benin Bronzes should be sent home

Marie Claire · Mar 19, 2024

MAC's Newest Executive Aïda Moudachiro-Rébois Isn't Here for Performative Representation

"Every aspect of the brand needs to be touched by what the world looks like. "

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International Business Times · Mar 7, 2024

Niger Isolated And Suspicious Despite End Of Sanctions

It's been two weeks since the lifting of tough sanctions on military-ruled Niger, but the pace of economic recovery is slow and the generals have shown no inclination to re-open the border with Benin and seek a diplomatic settlement with neighbouring nations.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 28, 2024

UN launches emergency appeal for Haiti as Benin mulls joining multinational security mission

The United Nations has launched an urgent appeal for $674 million for humanitarian aid to Haiti, as violence in the country has lead to a severe food crisis and the deployment of a multinational security force has yet to be agreed.

France 24 · Feb 27, 2024

Nigeria's soaring inflation sparks nationwide protests

Nigeria tries to calm rising inflation and people's anger by hiking up the interest rate as thousands of Nigerians take to the streets. But first: a new date for the Senegalese presidential election, June 2, is put forward by the national dialogue commission, although the talks are boycotted by much…

International Business Times · Feb 27, 2024

Caribbean Summit Host Hails Possible Benin Troop Deployment To Haiti

Guyana, hosting a summit of Caribbean countries, on Tuesday welcomed an announcement that Benin was mulling a 2,000-strong troop contribution to a UN security mission in crisis-torn Haiti.

The Guardian - UK · Feb 23, 2024

Dahomey review – interrogative reverie about looted African sculptures

Mati Diop’s documentary is told partly in the ‘voice’ of one of the looted treasures, in a realist jeu d’esprit about the legacy of plunder

The Guardian - UK · Feb 18, 2024

France should return much more looted African art, film-maker says

Mati Diop, the director of Dahomey, which charts the restitution of 26 objects to Benin, says the tiny number involved is ‘humiliating’

France 24 · Jan 11, 2024

South Africa brings genocide accusations against Israel to ICJ

In tonight's edition: South Africa takes Israel to the International Court of Justice, arguing that its response to the October 7 Hamas attacks is a breach of the UN Genocide Convention. Also, there's a reprieve as the Congo River starts receding after reaching its highest level in more than 60…

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