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Nigeria begins population control, introduces new policy

Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari has launched the Revised National Policy on Population for Sustainable Development across the country.  The President who stressed the need for urgent measures to address Nigeria’s high fertility rate said the overall goal was to improve…

Six killed in failed coup attempt in Guinea-Bissau

In Guinea-Bissau the state radio said on Wednesday that at least six people were killed in a failed attempt to overthrow President Umaro Sissoco Embalo, as residents of the capital cautiously returned to daily life. The causalities on Tuesday’s incident…

Denmark to pull troops out of Mali after junta’s demand

Denmark announced on Thursday that it will start pulling its troops out of Mali after the country's ruling junta demanded their immediate withdrawal.  The decision comes amid tension between Mali and its international partners, including regional bodies and the European Union…