Sahel Islamist insurgency

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?

The Inquiry. Is Africa the new power base for the Islamic State group? Audio, 23 minutesThe Inquiry

Niger has first peaceful transfer of power

Mozambique: Palma attack 'a game changer' for region. Newsday. Audio, 00:03:53Mozambique: Palma attack 'a game changer' for region

Niger hit by deadliest 'jihadist' raids

France denies reports of airstrike on Mali wedding

Two French soldiers killed in Mali

Dozens killed in attacks on Niger villages

Death sentences over 2015 Mali jihadist attacks

The Compass. Climate Wars, Climate Wars: The Sahel. Audio, 27 minutesThe Compass

Africa's Sahel becomes latest al-Qaeda-IS battleground

At least 20 killed in Niger village attacks

Spate of violence leaves at least 40 dead in Mali

Gunmen on bikes kill 20 civilians in Burkina Faso

Handing out weapons to help villagers fight off jihadists