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  Financing and Transforming Agriculture in the Sahel and West Africa 11/07/2025

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  The article titled “Financing and Transforming Agriculture in the Sahel and West Africa”, written by Dr. Maman-Lawal Bagoudou Mossi, addresses the str...

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  Country : Niger

  Organizations : WATHI
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Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance,
Financing and Transforming Agriculture in the Sahel and West Africa 11/07/2025
Summary :
The article titled “Financing and Transforming Agriculture in the Sahel and West Africa”, written by Dr. Maman-Lawal Bagoudou Mossi, addresses the structural challenges of agriculture, especially in Niger. Structural adjustment programs in the 1980s led to the withdrawal of the state from productive sectors, dismantling support systems for farmers and limiting access to credit. This disengagement increased dependency on imports and worsened trade imbalances. Commercial banks, ill-suited for the realities of agriculture, created a gap filled by the Agricultural Bank of Niger (BAGRI), which offers inclusive credit schemes, particularly for women and youth. The article calls for a major overhaul of agricultural financing, including guaranteed funds, public-private partnerships, modernization of farming techniques, and targeted support policies for producers.
Keywords :
State, Economic Development, Gender, Natural ressources, Education, Development, Gold, Soicial sciences, Researh, Knowlege production
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WATHI
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• Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance, Security and human rights,

  The Limits of China’s Transactional Diplomacy in Africa 10/07/2025

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  Published on July 7, 2025 by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies, Paul Nantulya’s article explores the declining appeal of China’s transactional d...

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  Country : Nigeria , Senegal , Ghana , Sierra Leone

  Organizations : Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS)
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Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance, Security and human rights,
The Limits of China’s Transactional Diplomacy in Africa 10/07/2025
Summary :
Published on July 7, 2025 by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies, Paul Nantulya’s article explores the declining appeal of China’s transactional diplomacy in Africa, based on economic deals devoid of political conditions. This model now faces mounting criticism in several African countries. In Ghana, civil society organizations denounce environmental harm and opaque mining projects. In Sierra Leone, Chinese mining contracts are increasingly questioned. In Nigeria, despite strong bilateral ties, concerns grow about trade imbalances. In Senegal, tensions emerge around Chinese port infrastructure. These cases reveal a growing disillusionment in West Africa, where citizens demand more transparency, fairer deals, and local benefits. The author urges a restructuring of China-Africa partnerships to focus on good governance and African-led development priorities.
Keywords :
Politics, Political party, State, Natural ressources, Security, Peace, Justice, Mediation, Gold, Dialogue, Diplomacy
Organizations :
Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS)
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  Pastoral Surveillance Bulletin for Senegal – No. 40 (April–May 2025) 04/07/2025

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  The April–May 2025 pastoral surveillance bulletin (No. 40), published by Action Against Hunger and the Billital Maroobé Network, assesses the pastoral...

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  Country : Mali , Mauritania , Senegal

  Organizations : Action Against Hunger – Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROWCA)
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NGO / Association report / Security and human rights,
Pastoral Surveillance Bulletin for Senegal – No. 40 (April–May 2025) 04/07/2025
Summary :
The April–May 2025 pastoral surveillance bulletin (No. 40), published by Action Against Hunger and the Billital Maroobé Network, assesses the pastoral situation in Senegal. It highlights north-to-south transhumance movements, with herds arriving from Mauritania and leaving toward Mali. Although vegetation cover is generally adequate, notable deficits persist in northern regions. Water resources are largely sufficient but rely heavily on boreholes. Animal diseases, livestock theft, and conflicts between herders and farmers are reported. On markets, male cattle prices rose significantly, and rice prices remained high compared to the five-year average. The bulletin urges strengthened pastoral infrastructure, conflict resolution training, and support to local transhumance committees to manage regional vulnerabilities and ensure resource access and livestock security during the pastoral lean season.
Keywords :
State, Pastoralism, Livestock, Natural ressources, Security, Education, Gold, Human security, Soicial sciences, Information
Organizations :
Action Against Hunger – Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROWCA)
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• Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance, Security and human rights,

  China Expands Its Influence in Africa Through Increased Security Engagements 04/07/2025

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  In this article, Paul Nantulya examines China’s growing security footprint in Africa, reflecting the Communist Party’s global ambitions. Through the 2...

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  Country : Mali , Niger , Senegal , Ghana

  Organizations : Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS)
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Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance, Security and human rights,
China Expands Its Influence in Africa Through Increased Security Engagements 04/07/2025
Summary :
In this article, Paul Nantulya examines China’s growing security footprint in Africa, reflecting the Communist Party’s global ambitions. Through the 2025–2027 FOCAC action plan, Beijing expands military cooperation: training programs, joint drills, arms exports, and infrastructure support. Countries such as Tanzania, Senegal, Kenya, and Namibia are central partners. While China offers affordable weaponry and avoids political conditionality, its governance model—focused on regime stability—raises concerns. Chinese arms have ended up in the hands of militants, and surveillance technology is often used to suppress political dissent. Though many African governments see Chinese support as strategic, civil societies fear increased authoritarian tendencies. China's security engagement is expected to continue growing, underscoring the need for transparency, stronger export controls, and civic oversight to ensure it aligns with citizens’ interests.
Keywords :
Politics, Political party, State, Natural ressources, Security, Education, Gold, Military activity, Human security, Information
Organizations :
Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS)
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