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Cameroon: Douala – Maurice Kamto’s Meeting Suppressed Before Launch
On Saturday, June 8th, the planned gathering by Maurice Kamto, president of the MRC (Movement for the Renaissance of Cameroon), was stopped by authorities in Deido. Preventive measures were taken, including the prohibition of motorcycle taxi circulation and the deployment of a police cordon along the routes leading to the party headquarters. Additionally, Maurice Kamto
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From Wagner to Africa Corps – The Russian Footprint Strategy Continues
The Russian paramilitary Wagner Group has been present in Mali since 2021 and has officially announced its withdrawal from the country. However, this departure appears to be merely a transformation. Indeed, it is now Africa Corps — a structure linked to the Russian Ministry of Defense — that is taking over, with some former Wagner
Mali: Resurgence of terrorist violence in the Sikasso region.
Since mid-April, the Sikasso region in southern Mali has experienced a significant resurgence in terrorist actions, marked by multiple attacks using improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and intimidation tactics targeting local populations. These offensives come as the Defense and Security Forces (DSF) and the Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland (VDH) intensify their operations in
TOGO: Drone Terrorist Attack Against the Togolese Armed Forces
Between April 5 and April 11, 2025, northern Togo, particularly the Kpendjal prefecture in the Savanes region, was targeted by a new terrorist attack. On April 9, terrorists deployed, for the first time, a kamikaze drone against an advanced post near Dapaong, injuring six soldiers. This unprecedented use of an aerial explosive device demonstrates the
Mali: Dismantling Terrorist Logistics Networks
Last week, in the North, particularly around Timbuktu, the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) carried out several operations in the localities of Serere and Ber, where a terrorist was intercepted and neutralized, and vehicles transporting fuel were seized. Fuel is a vital resource for fighter mobility, motorized attacks, and the manufacture of explosives. This action aims
Qui ose, gagne !
En ce mois de mars dédié aux femmes, notre directrice Aurore Garnier a été l’invitée de l’émission #7FEMMES sur 7Info, pour partager son parcours, sa vision de la sûreté, et l’audace au féminin dans les métiers de la stratégie et de la sécurité.🎙️ Une prise de parole inspirante qui reflète les valeurs d’engagement et d’excellence
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Does the Risk of Kidnapping Exist in the Gulf of Guinea?
While the pace of kidnappings of Westerners or individuals perceived as such had slowed in recent years, it seems that this activity has seen a resurgence since 2024. The recent kidnappings of a Spanish citizen in Algeria, four Moroccan truck drivers in Burkina Faso, and Austrian national Eva Gretzmacher in Niger could foreshadow a revival
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In Mali, Terrorist Groups Intensify Their Attacks Against Government Members
Last week, between Soribougou and Négala (Koulikoro), a ministerial convoy (that of the Minister of Environment) was attacked by presumed terrorists. This attack resulted in the death of a member of the Defense and Security Forces and wounded ten others. The incident is part of a series of attacks directed against state representatives (attack on
Growing Tensions Between Dozos from Côte d’Ivoire and Mali
On February 6, 2025, clashes broke out in Doubasso (Northern Côte d’Ivoire) between Ivorian and Malian dozos. The conflict originated when Ivorian dozos seized gold mining equipment belonging to Malians. In border areas, violence has been exacerbated by land disputes, particularly around the Malian village of Gofien, and by illegal mining operations. In retaliation, Malian
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Benin: New terrorist attack against a military base in the Northeast (Alibori)
On February 4, 2025, terrorists attacked a Beninese army base between Kandi and Guéné (Alibori). The defense and security forces’ (FDS) response forced the attackers to retreat towards W National Park, with no military casualties. This is the second attack in a month, following the January 8 attack against an “Operation Mirador” site in Banikoara,
Withdrawal of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso from ECOWAS – what impacts
On January 29, 2025, the withdrawal of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso from ECOWAS became effective, depriving the organization of 73.4 million inhabitants, approximately 15% of its total population. To limit the human and economic impact of this break, ECOWAS maintains, until further notice, the free movement of citizens and preferential trade status with the
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Niger struck by the expansion of the terrorist group Lakurawa
For the second time this month (January 7th and 20th), the terrorist group Lakurawa, affiliated with the Islamic State, attacked the town of Bazaga (Tahoua), causing human casualties and material damage. Originating from Northwestern Nigeria and active since 2018, Lakurawa has been increasing violence against civilians, using Tahoua as a rear base. Unclaimed terrorist attacks