Sahel Islamist insurgency

Malian soldiers killed after France announces exit

How the fight stands against Sahel jihadists. Video, 00:01:26How the fight stands against Sahel jihadists

Will the French departure from Mali destablise the area further? Newshour. Audio, 00:04:05Will the French departure from Mali destablise the area further?

France and allies to withdraw troops from Mali

French ambassador expelled from Mali

Return of the military strongmen to West Africa

Why Burkina Faso's coup has prompted celebrations

Why France faces so much anger in West Africa

Burkina Faso police fire tear gas at protesters

Russian mercenary plan triggers alarm in West Africa

Head of IS in Sahara killed - Macron

What went wrong with the 'War on Terror' in Africa? Video, 00:04:51What went wrong with the 'War on Terror' in Africa?

West Africa faces up to policing its terror triangle

Taliban takeover raises fears about Africa's jihadists

Has corruption hindered Mali’s fight against jihadists? Video, 00:09:24Has corruption hindered Mali’s fight against jihadists?

Fewer boots: Radical rethink in fighting insurgencies

France to scale down W Africa military operations

At least 160 killed in Burkina Faso attack

Critical stage for fight against jihadis in West Africa

French army chief accuses UN of bias over Mali

Chad claims win over rebels after president's death

Many feared dead in Burkina Faso village attack

What’s next for Chad? Video, 00:03:20What’s next for Chad?