Niger coup: Anxiety, defiance as ECOWAS schedules meeting after ultimatum expires
The deadline set by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for the military leaders in Niger to restore the country’s democratically elected government has expired, but there is…
Russia-Ukraine war: US and Germany provide Ukraine with more air defense systems.
The United States and Germany have announced that they will provide Ukraine with more air defense systems, as the country continues to fight against Russia’s invasion. The new systems are…
China releases TV documentary showcasing army's ability to attack Taiwan
China has released a TV documentary that showcases its army’s ability to attack Taiwan. The documentary, titled “The Great Bay Exercise,” was aired on state television on July 1, 2023.…
Niger coup: Military junta releases statement, promises return to democracy
On August 9, 2023, a group of soldiers led by Colonel Mohamed Bazoum overthrew the government of Niger. The coup took place just hours after President Mohamed Bazoum was sworn…
WORLD BANK SUSPENDS AID TO NIGER
The World Bank has suspended aid to Niger following the coup that took place on August 9, 2023. The World Bank has said that it will only resume aid once…
WHY ECOWAS MAY NOT USE MILITARY FORCE IN NIGER
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has threatened to use military force in Niger if the coup leaders do not restore civilian rule by Sunday, August 7, 2023.…
MAGNITUDE 5.5 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES ETHIOPIA REGION
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck a region in Ethiopia on August 2, 2023. The earthquake struck at 10:57 a.m. local time, and was centered about 100 kilometers (62 miles) south…
Kenyan woman starts school for orphaned elephants.
Paula Kahumbu is a Kenyan conservationist who has dedicated her life to protecting elephants. In 1993, she founded the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, which works to rescue and rehabilitate orphaned elephants.…
Niger coup: President Bazoum released, military junta dissolves government.
President Mohamed Bazoum of Niger was released after being detained by mutinous soldiers on July 26. The military junta that seized power has also dissolved the government and the National…
Mali: Protests continue after military junta dissolves parliament.
Protests have still been taking place in Mali following the country’s military’s dissolution of the parliament on July 25th. The committee has also announced that it will hold a vote…