We examine how negative global perceptions of the African continent affect its economies and the lives of its people.

We examine how negative global perceptions of the African continent affect its economies and the lives of its people.
ECOWAS has become a target for military governments that have taken over Burkina, Mali and Niger.
Residents and local media report that the victim is a 73-year-old who was taken in the city of Agadez.
Strained relations between Abuja and Niamey have disrupted joint military patrols and allowed the armed group to expand.
Indigenisation efforts led by leaders more concerned with self-preservation than national progress often spell disaster.
The Economic Community of West African States hopes to use this time to convince the three nations to stay in the bloc.
‘Strikes at heart of Putin’s war machine’ also target people involved in Ukraine war and Salisbury nerve agent attack.
Washington is now seeking a Plan B after troops were ejected from sprawling, expensive bases in Niger.
At least 10 coup attempts have been recorded in Central and West Africa since the August 2020 military takeover in Mali.
Women and girls fleeing armed groups in Mali claim sexual assault by Malian soldiers at border with Niger.
The order comes days after a Swedish government minister announced that aid to Mali would be ‘phased out’.
Ukraine seeks support from the Global South, but several West Africa states are ditching Western ties to turn to Russia.
While many Nigeriens have welcomed the military rulers, others question their rhetoric and approach towards governance.
The formation of Sahel alliance by Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger overshadows ECOWAS summit, set to open in Abuja.