Algeria-Mali tensions: A growing power struggle in the Sahel

Algeria-Mali tensions: A growing power struggle in the Sahel

The downing of a Malian drone by Algerian forces on 1 April has dramatically escalated tensions between the two neighbours, culminating in the recall of ambassadors and a flurry of sharp public exchanges. Observers argue that what began as a local incident is fast evolving into a test of whether regional actors can manage their differences diplomatically, or if the Sahel will become the next theatre for great power rivalry. The incident saw Alge…

Ghana’s President Expresses Regret Over Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger’s ECOWAS Withdrawal – The North Africa Post

President of Ghana, John Mahama has expressed on April 22 disappointment at the decision by Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger to withdraw from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), calling the move “regrettable.” Speaking at the launch of ECOWAS’s 50th anniversary celebrations in Accra on Tuesday, Mahama emphasized that diplomacy should focus on […]

On Tuesday, Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama called for making the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) a turning point towards a more comprehensive integration based on dialogue, solidarity and diplomacy, stressing the need to reintegrate the Sahel countries that have withdrawn from the bloc. In an official speech during the closing ceremony of the launch of the group's 50th anniv…

Ghana Launches New Diplomatic Push to Reintegrate Junta-Led Nations into ECOWAS

Ghana’s newly appointed leader announced on Tuesday a renewed effort to bring Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger back into the West African bloc ECOWAS after the three junta-led nations withdrew earlier in the year. President John Mahama stated that his government has appointed a special envoy tasked with initiating high-level discussions with the three countries following their departure from the political and economic organisation. Speaking at the …