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In Côte d'Ivoire, former first lady Simone Gbagbo has said she does not agree with the conclusions of the national dialogue with political parties. The talks which started on December 16 and ended on March 4, involved 21 opposition parties…

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January 1, 2023

Beyond West Africa

Chad, armed groups peace talks in Qatar on hold

The first round of negotiations between Chad’s ruling transitional military council (TMC) and representatives of armed groups in Doha, the Qatari capital, has been delayed by 48 hours. The talks, which were expected to resume on Wednesday, failed to start…

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January 1, 2023

West Africa

Burkina Faso: At least seven civilians killed in jihadist attack

At least seven civilians were killed in the Dori region in northeastern Burkina Faso. This is the fifth attack in a few days in Burkina Faso. Three civilians and four civilian auxiliaries enlisted in the anti-jihadist fight were killed Monday during…