American missionary Kevin Rideout set to head home to US after more than 9 months in captivity in Niger
Kevin Rideout, an American missionary who was abducted in Niger and released after more than nine months of detention, is…
American missionary kidnapped in Niger in October is freed, his organization says
Niamey, Niger — An American missionary who was kidnapped in the West African nation of Niger in October has…
Nigerians freed after months in jihadi captivity tell of ordeal
ILORIN, Kwara (AP) — Some of the 163 kidnapped Nigerians rescued from jihadi captivity have spoken of the…
What to know about the conflict in Mali
LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) — Mali is facing its most serious security crisis in years as al-Qaida-linked militants and…
Mali government reports rebel attacks in the north
BAMAKO, Mali (AP) — The Malian army said Saturday that several northern towns, including Gao and Sévaré, were…
35 Dead in Attack on African Country’s Main Airport
Gunmen attacked the main airport in Niger’s capital early Thursday, killing 11 soldiers and two civilians in…
Gunmen attack Niger airport, sparking exchange of fire
DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — Gunmen attacked the main airport in Niger’s capital of Niamey early Thursday morning, leading…
49 Die After Truck Breaks Down in Desert
At least 49 people died of thirst after a truck broke down and they were stranded for…
Truck breakdown in Niger strands passengers and leaves 49 dead in Sahara Desert
Published on 05/06/2026 – 16:05 GMT+2 At least 49 people died of thirst after a truck broke down…
At least 49 die of thirst in Niger desert after truck breaks down
NIAMEY, Niger (AP) — At least 49 people died of thirst after a truck broke down and they…
What role has Russia played in Mali’s security and the Sahel region? | Armed Groups News
Days after armed groups launched large-scale attacks on Malian Armed Forces’ bases, military ruler Assimi Goita on Tuesday…
Armed men abduct children and staff at a Catholic school in Nigeria, days after latest abduction
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Armed men attacked a Catholic boarding school in a western region of Nigeria and…