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Internal movement linked to artisanal mining in Togo

Every year, gold panning and artisanal mining attract thousands of people to rural areas of Togo. These internal migrations, whether temporary, seasonal or long-term, transform territories, local economies and social relations. In light of the trade-off between economic opportunities and health and environmental risks, what is the actual overall assessment of these small-scale mining-related migrations …

11 Dec 2025

Koffi Dzakpata

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Sahelian brotherhood festival honour Chad-Burkina cultural heritage

From 7 to 9 November 2025, Bobo-Dioulasso hosted a three-day festival celebrating cultural exchange and cooperation through discussions and panels centred around the theme “Culture and Fraternity at the Heart of the Sahel: History, Security Challenges and Social Cohesion between Chad and Burkina Faso”. Well integrated Chadian community There are now more than 3,000 Chadians …

4 Dec 2025

Ndengar Masbé

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Les Rêves Brisés, a book on human cost of migration

Blending narrative and testimony, journalist Daouda BA’s book, Les Rêves Brisés (Broken Dreams) sheds light on the human cost of irregular migration. It tells the stories of young people striving for a better future, of mothers who have lost their sons, and of a society that is facing challenges relating to mental health and living …

3 Dec 2025

Ndiémé Faye

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Farewell ritual, a practice linked to irregular migration in Benin

In centre-west Benin, particularly in the Donga department, irregular departures are common, driven by the desire to migrate and eventually return home and rebuild one’s life. However, this journey is often fraught with obstacles, forcing migrants and their families to prepare for the worst. Testimonies from Beninese migrants who have returned home after experiencing life …

3 Dec 2025

Ange Banouwin

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Celebrating culture, inclusion and sustainable devt at Festival des Africains du Niger

Set to take place in Niamey in December 2025, the seventh edition of the Festival des Africains du Niger (Festival of Africans in Niger) will transform the nation’s capital into a vibrant cultural and social crossroads. Led by Marc Sylva Bikok, this annual event celebrates arts and traditions, and aims to forge lasting connections among …

2 Dec 2025

Youssouf Abdoulaye Haidara

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Benin regulatory initiative to counter worker trafficking to Middle East

Social organisations in Benin are working to promote safe and legal migration, upholding the human rights of workers, particularly those travelling to Gulf countries in the Middle East. In response to the trafficking risks faced by some domestic workers in these countries, reforms are underway and discussions are taking place to develop an advocacy document …

2 Dec 2025

Ange Banouwin

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Media as watchdog on migration routes

Agadez, a historic crossroads for migration routes in northern Niger, is now at the centre of a debate intertwining human tragedy, security and media responsibility. Journalists, who often witness extreme violence and profound acts of solidarity, were trained to improve their ability to document migratory journeys while protecting individuals in transit from exploitation or manipulation. …

2 Dec 2025

Youssouf Abdoulaye Haidara

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Diaspora in action: the inspiring example of Team Canards!

Migrants are often viewed negatively and labelled as invaders or occupiers — pejorative and discriminatory terms that obscure their contributions. However, migrants play a crucial role in both their host and their countries of origin, contributing their expertise, creating jobs and actively participating in community life. It is precisely in this context that the Team …

2 Dec 2025

Ndengar Masbé

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La Kribienne restaurant in Benin, a tribute to Cameroon

La Kribienne is a restaurant specialising in grilled fish whose name turns heads on the beaches of Cotonou. A meeting place for lovers of Kribi’s culinary delights, it attracts Cameroonians, Europeans, Beninese people and tourists alike. Kribi is a seaside and port city in Cameroon’s South Region, renowned for its sandy beaches. The restaurant’s creation …

2 Dec 2025

Ange Banouwin

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Tourism in Niger: a missed opportunity amid rising insecurity

Agadez retains the silhouette of an unfulfilled vision: dunes, ochre streets and traditional craftsmanship which could have fostered a thriving local economy. Tourist revenue remained low and inconsistent between 1995 and 2019. This reflects not only a lack of visitors, but also the real impact of recurring insecurity, which has hindered investment, employment and community …

1 Nov 2025

Youssouf Abdoulaye Haidara

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Burkinabe anthropologist’s quest for sovereignty through knowledge

Da Sié de Bindouté is a political analyst, sociologist and anthropologist, and one of the most influential intellectual voices in Burkina Faso and in the African continent. A committed Pan-Africanist, his thinking is deeply rooted in African culture and the pursuit of endogenous development. Currently residing in the United States, he continues to observe and …

1 Nov 2025

Ndengar Masbé

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“Thiebou Dieun”, a popular dish at wedding feasts in N’Djamena

The aromas of wedding celebrations in N’Djamena, the Chadian capital have changed. During festive afternoons, amid the laughter of women and the rhythms of the balafon, one dish now takes centre stage on the high tables: Thiebou Dieun (Ceebu Jën in Wolof language), a vibrant and sun-kissed Senegalese dish of rice and fish. In the …

1 Nov 2025

Tamaltan Inès Sikngaye

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