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ECOWAS leaders pledge $1 bln to fight Islamist militants

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Leaders of West African nations on Saturday pledged $1 billion to combat the surge in Islamist militancy threats in the sub-region. The ECOWAS sub-region has become troubled region with militants constantly launching deadly attacks. Al Qaeda and Islamic State aligned groups have strengthened their foothold across West Africa and the Sahel region. This year a lot of ethnic violence and… Read More
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At least 29 killed in two attacks in Burkina Faso

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Authorities in Burkina Faso have said that at least 29 people were killed in the country’s troubled north on Sunday. First an attack carried out on a food convoy led to the death of 14 civilians. Then a truck also hit an explosive device in Sanmatenga province killing 15 people and wounding six. In a statement the government said “This… Read More