West Africa could soon have a jihadist State. Here’s why
The Sahel region of Africa, between the Sahara and the tropical savannahs to the south, has emerged as a significant base of ...
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West Africa Could Soon Have a Jihadist State - Here's Why
To combat the threats posed by jihadist groups in the Sahel, the Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) can explore diverse strategies with military, political and socio-economic ...