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Cameroon: Terrorist group activity persists in the Far North
Between December 7-11, 2024, several terrorist incidents were recorded in the Mayo-Sava department, notably marked by a series of kidnappings targeting farmers. Additionally, the terrorist threat remains high in the neighboring Logone-et-Chari department, where the Islamic State in West Africa (ISWAP) continues its activities, as illustrated by the looting of a truck carrying food and
- Published in Risk management, Security, Terrorism
The AES States confirm their intention to leave ECOWAS.
The AES States confirm their intention to leave ECOWAS. The AES States have reaffirmed their determination to irreversibly leave ECOWAS. In response to ECOWAS’s postponement of AES’s withdrawal to July 2025 on December 15, 2024, AES leaders denounced it as a maneuver orchestrated by France and its allies aimed at maintaining instability in the region.
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Mali 🇲🇱 : Reorganization of Tuareg armed groups within the Front for the Liberation of Azawad (FLA)
A Malian drone strike targets the leadership of a new Tuareg separatist coalition immediately after its formation, marking an escalation of tensions in the North. Formation of a New Separatist Coalition On November 30, 2024, the political landscape of Northern Mali experienced a significant shift with the announcement of the Front for the Liberation of
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Benin: New modus operandi of the GAT
On the night of 24 to 25 November 2024, the technical base of the Roads and Buildings Company (SOROUBAT), responsible for the development and asphalting work on the Guéné-Karimama road, was targeted by an attack by suspected terrorists. Although no casualties were reported, the material losses were considerable: around twenty machines were set on fire.
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Cameroon 🇨🇲 : Boko Haram Intensifies Deadly Attacks in Far North Region
A new wave of terrorist attacks hits the Far North region, demonstrating Boko Haram’s persistent threat. Series of Coordinated Attacks A succession of terrorist attacks by Boko Haram bloodied Cameroon’s Far North between November 10 and 12, 2024. The terrorist group demonstrated its ability to simultaneously strike multiple targets, both military and civilian. Assault on
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Ivory Coast 🇨🇮 : Suspected Terrorist Act in the South-West Region
A tragic incident with potential terrorist characteristics in the Lôh-Djiboua region raises serious concerns about the Islamist threat. Suspected Terrorist Act in Djidji Village A deeply disturbing incident bearing the hallmarks of a terrorist act occurred on October 28, 2024, in the village of Djidji, located in the Lôh-Djiboua region. According to initial reports, an
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Niger 🇳🇪: Defense and Security Forces (DSF) Step Up Their Fight Against Terrorism and Organized Crime
The securing of Nigerien territory continues with significant results in the fight against terrorist threats and organized crime. On October 26, 2024, a new alert came as a reminder of the urgency of the security situation in Niger. A terrorist ambush in Seno, in the Tillaberi region, highlighted the persistent threats at the very gates
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Mali 🇲🇱: Terrorist Attacks Persist Despite Defense Forces’ Efforts
The security situation in Mali remains concerning as the Defense and Security Forces (FDS) face a series of terrorist attacks across multiple regions of the country. A Bloody Week in Central and Eastern Mali The final week of October 2024 was marked by an intensification of terrorist activities in Mali’s central and eastern regions. The
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Far North Cameroon 🇨🇲: Terror Persists Despite Security Forces’ Response
An Unprecedented Wave of Attacks The Far North region of Cameroon is going through a particularly dark period. Between October 12 and 17, 2024, the region has witnessed a series of brutal attacks attributed to Boko Haram, plunging local populations into a climate of fear and insecurity. Civilians Under Fire The departments of Mayo-Sava, Mayo-Tsanaga,
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Intensification of Terrorist Attacks in Mali 🇲🇱: FAMa Under Pressure
In an increasingly tense security context, Mali is facing an alarming resurgence of terrorist activities. Between October 5 and 9, 2024, armed groups multiplied their offensives, skillfully taking advantage of the concentration of Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) in Kidal to strike hard in other strategic regions of the country. A Strategy of Coordinated Attacks The
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Security Alert: Criminal Resurgence in Central Ivory Coast 🇨🇮
A Disturbing Wave of Incidents Shakes the Heart of the Country Ivory Coast is facing a concerning rise in criminality in its central regions. Recent incidents highlight an increasingly tense security situation, calling for heightened vigilance. Timeline of Recent Events Identified Risk Zones The most affected regions are located in the Center-West of the country,
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Benin 🇧🇯: Alarming Escalation of Terrorist Attacks in the North
The threat intensifies at the borders, jeopardizing national security Benin is facing a worrying resurgence of terrorist activities in its northern regions. This rise in power of armed groups poses serious security challenges for the country and the region. Recent incidents and risk areas Situation analysis Security implications Vigilance recommendations ISAO support and analysis Our
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