Sahel Archives - Africa Ratel

January 15, 2026

January 14, 2026
Mali, Sahel

Rising Tensions and Regional Impact of Mali’s Sahel Crisis.

Mali’s Crisis: A Glimpse into the Sahel’s Shifting Power Dynamics and Regional Risks The Sahel, that vast and diverse stretch of Africa just south of the Sahara Desert, is...

January 14, 2026
Niger, Sahel

Niger Cracks Down on Fuel Blockade Amid Regional Security and Economic Pressures.

Niger’s Bold Move: Fuel Blockade, Regional Ripple Effects, and Economic Headwinds In a striking display of regional interdependence and a clear sign of the ongoing tensions plaguing West Africa,...

January 13, 2026
Niger, Sahel

France Shifts Africa Strategy Amid Health Crises and Security Challenges.

France’s Strategic Shift in Africa Amid Rising Security Challenges and Health Crises Africa Navigates a Complex Crossroads: Health, Security, and Shifting Global Alliances Africa finds itself at a pivotal...

January 13, 2026
Mali, Sahel

West Africa Confronts Jihadist Threats as Sahel Nations Rebuild for Stability.

West Africa’s Sahel Region: A Fight for Stability and Sovereignty The Sahel region of West Africa is in the grips of a fierce struggle. Jihadist insurgencies, a deepening humanitarian...

January 12, 2026
Niger, Sahel

Africa in 2026 Faces Conflict and Builds Resilience with New Opportunities.

Africa in 2026: A Continent of Contradictions, Resilience, and Unfolding Potential As 2026 truly gets underway, Africa presents a complex picture. It’s a continent grappling with significant challenges, yet...

January 11, 2026
Mali, Sahel

Alliance of Sahel States Drive Regional Security and Economic Transformation.

Sahel’s New Power Bloc: Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso Forge an Alliance Amidst Regional Upheaval A New Regional Dynamic Something big is happening in the heart of the Sahel....

January 10, 2026
Mali, Sahel

New Regional Alliance in Sahel Changes Power Dynamics and Cooperation.

New Regional Alliance in the Sahel Signals Shifting Power and Cooperation Dynamics A significant shift is underway in West and Central Africa. Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have officially...

January 9, 2026
Mali, Sahel

Sahel Region Faces Security Crisis Humanitarian Needs and Diplomatic Challenges.

Sahel’s Tightrope Walk: Security, Aid, and Diplomacy in a Volatile West Africa The Sahel region, including Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, finds itself entangled in a deepening crisis. We’re...

January 8, 2026
Mali, Sahel

Sahel Security Crisis Intensifies with Military Offensives and Diplomatic Tensions.

Sahel on Edge: Military Action, Diplomatic Shifts, and Mounting Security Concerns Reshape West Africa The Sahel region, a zone long grappling with insurgency, terrorism, and political unrest, stands at...

January 8, 2026
Niger, Sahel

Navigating Africa 2026 Crime Trade and Mining Shape the Continent.

Africa in 2026: A Shifting Landscape of Crime, Commerce, and Growth As 2026 unfolds, Africa paints a complex portrait, brimming with both enduring challenges and fresh opportunities. We’re seeing...