Africa

Why Niger Banned French TV Show 'The Bachelor' 1

Why Niger Banned French TV Show ‘The Bachelor’

In a surprising move, Niger’s media regulator has banned the popular French television show ‘The Bachelor.’ The government believes the show threatens the country’s values and is not suitable for its young viewers. This ban follows similar actions taken by neighboring Burkina Faso against the same channel, Canal Plus. Why

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Mauritius Reclaims Diego Garcia And Chagos Islands From Britain 1

Mauritius Reclaims Diego Garcia And Chagos Islands From Britain

In the 19th century, Britain took control of the Chagos Archipelago, a group of 60 small islands in the Indian Ocean that were originally part of Mauritius, a British colony. But when Mauritius gained its independence in 1968, the Chagos Islands were not returned. Instead, Britain kept control of the

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African Countries Team Up With Russia To Launch Satellites 1

African Countries Team Up With Russia To Launch Satellites

In a significant move, the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), made up of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, has announced exciting plans to work with Russia’s space agency, Roscosmos, to launch two satellites. This collaboration aims to improve communication and security in their region, which faces many challenges. Why Satellites?

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Burkina Faso Foils France’s Plot To Destabilize The Country 1

Burkina Faso Foils France’s Plot To Destabilize The Country

In mid-July, Burkina Faso’s leader, Ibrahim Traore, made a bold statement. He revealed that he had evidence of a secret plan to destabilize the country, and he pointed fingers at France. According to Traore, this plot was not just backed by France but also by its allies Benin and Côte

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Comoros President Survives Assassination Attempt 1

Comoros President Survives Assassination Attempt

President Azali Assoumani of the Comoros, a group of islands off the east coast of Africa, has survived an assassination attempt. The shocking attack happened during a funeral for a religious leader in a small town called Salimani, just outside the country’s capital, Moroni. The attacker, a 24-year-old police officer

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