Continued- France has been left reeling by the military takeover of Niger
Without it, the lights go out in thousands of French homes.
Meanwhile, in Niger, only 14.3% of people have access to electricity. And rampant exploitation of its uranium has caused environmental devastation and done little to lift the country out of poverty.
On top of that, the presence of French and US soldiers in the region has failed to counter an insurgency that’s wreaked havoc.
Maybe that explains why the French embassy was targeted by angry demonstrators following the coup.
And maybe that helps you understand the cartoon.
For those who don’t speak French, it reads: ‘France targeted. If at least it was uranium.'
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Without it, the lights go out in thousands of French homes.
Meanwhile, in Niger, only 14.3% of people have access to electricity. And rampant exploitation of its uranium has caused environmental devastation and done little to lift the country out of poverty.
On top of that, the presence of French and US soldiers in the region has failed to counter an insurgency that’s wreaked havoc.
Maybe that explains why the French embassy was targeted by angry demonstrators following the coup.
And maybe that helps you understand the cartoon.
For those who don’t speak French, it reads: ‘France targeted. If at least it was uranium.'
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CONAKRY SLAMS NIGER SANCTIONS
Guinea Conakry has condemned ECOWAS for imposing sanctions against Niger over the coup there - saying they will only create more suffering in the poverty-hit nation. Similar condemnations have come from Mali and Burkina Faso. Guinea had its own coup in 2021 and has also faced ECOWAS sanctions.
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Guinea Conakry has condemned ECOWAS for imposing sanctions against Niger over the coup there - saying they will only create more suffering in the poverty-hit nation. Similar condemnations have come from Mali and Burkina Faso. Guinea had its own coup in 2021 and has also faced ECOWAS sanctions.
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ECOWAS ‘ANTI-COUP UNIT’ SLAMMED
Threats of force against Niger by the ECOWAS umbrella of West African nations have been met with derision and scorn in The Gambia. Mama Kandeh, the founding leader of the Gambia Democratic Congress, has branded any deployment of a “coup d'état unit” as completely self-serving. Her urges bloc members to focus on getting their own houses in order rather than go meddling in other nations’ affairs.
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Threats of force against Niger by the ECOWAS umbrella of West African nations have been met with derision and scorn in The Gambia. Mama Kandeh, the founding leader of the Gambia Democratic Congress, has branded any deployment of a “coup d'état unit” as completely self-serving. Her urges bloc members to focus on getting their own houses in order rather than go meddling in other nations’ affairs.
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SENEGAL BANS PARTY SPARKS DEADLY DEMOS
There’ve been further deadly protests in Senegal after the main opposition party was banned and its leader handed more criminal charges.
PASTEF’s Ousmane Sonko is accused of fomenting an insurrection and other crimes.
However, his supporters say he’s the victim of a witch-hunt ahead of next year’s presidential race.
They believe the government is scared of growing anti-French sentiment sweeping across parts of the Sahel.
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There’ve been further deadly protests in Senegal after the main opposition party was banned and its leader handed more criminal charges.
PASTEF’s Ousmane Sonko is accused of fomenting an insurrection and other crimes.
However, his supporters say he’s the victim of a witch-hunt ahead of next year’s presidential race.
They believe the government is scared of growing anti-French sentiment sweeping across parts of the Sahel.
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NIGER: FRANCE TO INTERVENE
It’s claimed Niger’s toppled government has authorised France to use force to free ousted president Mohamed Bazoum. He’s been held hostage at the presidential palace since the country’s army seized power last week.
In a televised statement, one of the military chiefs behind the coup alleged Niger’s former foreign minister has authorised Paris to intervene. France has not commented on the claim, but has 1500 troops in the country and insists Bazoum is Niger’s legitimate leader.
Paris also backs ECOWAS sanctions and an ultimatum to use force to “restore constitutional order” if Bazoum is not re-instated within a week. If that happens, Mali and Burkina Faso’s leaders says they’ll step in to back Niger’s army.
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It’s claimed Niger’s toppled government has authorised France to use force to free ousted president Mohamed Bazoum. He’s been held hostage at the presidential palace since the country’s army seized power last week.
In a televised statement, one of the military chiefs behind the coup alleged Niger’s former foreign minister has authorised Paris to intervene. France has not commented on the claim, but has 1500 troops in the country and insists Bazoum is Niger’s legitimate leader.
Paris also backs ECOWAS sanctions and an ultimatum to use force to “restore constitutional order” if Bazoum is not re-instated within a week. If that happens, Mali and Burkina Faso’s leaders says they’ll step in to back Niger’s army.
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Continued - NIGER: FRANCE TO INTERVENE
Meanwhile, the French embassy in Niamey has announced plans to evacuate its nationals, fuelling speculation armed conflict could be imminent.
It follows President Macron's warning France would respond “immediately” to any violence against French interests after the embassy was targeted by demonstrators.
Tensions are rising sharply but locals are hopeful for a future free from French subjugation after Niger announced a halt of exports of gold and uranium to France.
The French are heavily dependent on the latter to power its nuclear energy plants. However, despite exploiting Niger’s resources for decades, the West African country remains the world’s second poorest nation.
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Meanwhile, the French embassy in Niamey has announced plans to evacuate its nationals, fuelling speculation armed conflict could be imminent.
It follows President Macron's warning France would respond “immediately” to any violence against French interests after the embassy was targeted by demonstrators.
Tensions are rising sharply but locals are hopeful for a future free from French subjugation after Niger announced a halt of exports of gold and uranium to France.
The French are heavily dependent on the latter to power its nuclear energy plants. However, despite exploiting Niger’s resources for decades, the West African country remains the world’s second poorest nation.
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AFWERKI TO PUTIN: END DOLLAR, END SANCTIONS
The West is printing money and weaponising it to sanction the rest of the world - says Eritrea’s President Isaias Afwerki. During a recent meeting with his Russian counterpart, he called for a new financial architecture that’s not controlled by the dollar, adding that the era of sanctions was coming to an end.
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The West is printing money and weaponising it to sanction the rest of the world - says Eritrea’s President Isaias Afwerki. During a recent meeting with his Russian counterpart, he called for a new financial architecture that’s not controlled by the dollar, adding that the era of sanctions was coming to an end.
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Niger’s military coup last week has sparked a strong international response. We break down who’s for, against and neutral to the power grab in the West African state.
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MALI SANCTIONED BY IMPERIALISTS POWERS
The US has slapped Mali with sanctions over its alleged collaboration with Russian mercenary group Wagner. It ratchets up the pressure, adding to EU sanctions imposed in the wake to Mali’s coup.
Bamako has been charting a more independent course for itself lately. It’s kicked out the French military, banned French NGOs and media outlets, and removed French as its official language.
It’s also sought new security partnerships with countries that do not share a history of colonialism or regime-change intervention on the African continent.
This has all clearly upset the West. But its sanctions will no doubt only end up hurting the Malian people by hindering the country’s economy.
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The US has slapped Mali with sanctions over its alleged collaboration with Russian mercenary group Wagner. It ratchets up the pressure, adding to EU sanctions imposed in the wake to Mali’s coup.
Bamako has been charting a more independent course for itself lately. It’s kicked out the French military, banned French NGOs and media outlets, and removed French as its official language.
It’s also sought new security partnerships with countries that do not share a history of colonialism or regime-change intervention on the African continent.
This has all clearly upset the West. But its sanctions will no doubt only end up hurting the Malian people by hindering the country’s economy.
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ANOTHER NAIL IN FRANCE’S SAHEL COFFIN
First Mali gave France the boot, then Burkina Faso - could Niger now make it a hat trick? One thing is sure: Paris is fast losing influence over its former colonies. In this latest edition of ‘Africa in 90 Seconds,’ our man Ahmed Ghoneim tries not to get too excited at the prospect of France getting driven out of the Sahel for good!
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First Mali gave France the boot, then Burkina Faso - could Niger now make it a hat trick? One thing is sure: Paris is fast losing influence over its former colonies. In this latest edition of ‘Africa in 90 Seconds,’ our man Ahmed Ghoneim tries not to get too excited at the prospect of France getting driven out of the Sahel for good!
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NIGERIENS WANT FOREIGN
FORCES OUT!
‘Do not give in to blackmail!’ - that’s the message from many Nigeriens to their new military leaders, amid threats of an armed intervention. West African regional body ECOWAS has said it may use force if the government of deposed president Mohammed Bazoum isn’t restored within a week. Niger’s coup leaders have also alleged former colonial ruler France is planning to intervene - something Paris denies. Here are some more reactions from people on the ground in Niger.
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FORCES OUT!
‘Do not give in to blackmail!’ - that’s the message from many Nigeriens to their new military leaders, amid threats of an armed intervention. West African regional body ECOWAS has said it may use force if the government of deposed president Mohammed Bazoum isn’t restored within a week. Niger’s coup leaders have also alleged former colonial ruler France is planning to intervene - something Paris denies. Here are some more reactions from people on the ground in Niger.
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