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Mali say 132 killed in attack on Bankass Circle

The Government of  Mali has reacted to the attacks that occurred in Diallassagou, Dianweli, Deguessagou and surrounding areas in the Bankass Circle over the weekend. In a statement released on Monday, the authorities announced that 132 civilians were killed. WADR’s…

Ghana: ‘Increase budget allocation for biodiversity’

The Executive Director of Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund, Mr Olivier Langrand, has called on the government of Ghana to increase its budgetary allocation for biodiversity conservation. According to him, Ghana was a signatory to international treaties and conventions such as…

Niger launches NGOs and Development Associations Day

Niger has launched the National Day of NGOs and Development Associations.  This very first edition was celebrated around the theme, "Improving the performance of NGOs and Development Associations".  According to the organizers, this day will allow to deepen the dialogue…

Lecturers call for sacking of University of Liberia head

Lecturers at the state-run University of Liberia are pushing for the sacking of the institution's president, Julius Nelson, after declaring a no-confidence vote in him. It follows the university’s alleged decision to withhold the salaries of about 70 lecturers –…