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• Journal article / Governance,

  Islam and politics in the Sahel 01/12/2021

  Keywords :

  Cultural identity, Politics, Political party, Religion, Social

  Country : Mali , Niger

  Organizations : Foreign affairs
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• Podcast / Governance, Security and human rights,

  Urgently Countering the Breakdown of Trust Between Communities in West Africa 18/09/2025

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  This article highlights the urgent need to restore trust between communities in West Africa, in the face of growing intercommunal violence, particular...

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  Country : Burkina Faso , Mali , Ivory Coste , Ghana

  Organizations : WATHI
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Podcast / Governance, Security and human rights,
Urgently Countering the Breakdown of Trust Between Communities in West Africa 18/09/2025
Summary :
This article highlights the urgent need to restore trust between communities in West Africa, in the face of growing intercommunal violence, particularly targeting the Fulani. Binta Sidibé Gascon, president of the Kisal Observatory, denounces abuses in Burkina Faso where Fulani populations are accused of collusion with armed groups and subjected to arbitrary arrests, summary executions, and massacres. She even uses the term “ethnic cleansing.” Such violence, perpetuated by impunity, fuels terrorist recruitment and undermines social cohesion. The article stresses that many Fulani are themselves victims of terrorism and that conflating an entire community with extremism deepens the cycle of violence. Two studies are recommended: one on mistrust toward Fulani communities in Côte d’Ivoire, and another on cattle rustling in the Burkina Faso–Côte d’Ivoire–Ghana border area. The author calls for moving beyond prejudice in order to preserve peaceful coexistence in West Africa.
Keywords :
Cultural identity, Governance, Pastoralism, Conflict, Counter terrorism, Violence, Communautarism, Insécurité, Impunity, Transhumance
Organizations :
WATHI
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• Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance,

  Presidential Election Under Tension: The Ivorian Paradox 22/10/2025

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  The report analyzes the upcoming 2025 Ivorian presidential election, marked by tension and recurring patterns of political confrontation. It highlight...

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  Country : Ivory Coste

  Organizations : International Crisis Group, WATHI
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Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance,
Presidential Election Under Tension: The Ivorian Paradox 22/10/2025
Summary :
The report analyzes the upcoming 2025 Ivorian presidential election, marked by tension and recurring patterns of political confrontation. It highlights the absence of any peaceful transfer of power since 1995 a situation described as the “Ivorian paradox.” The controversy surrounding President Alassane Ouattara’s fourth-term bid, coupled with the exclusion of key opposition figures, fuels deep resentment and polarization. The report also points to the failure of political elites to establish genuine dialogue on electoral rules, as well as the revival of divisive identity politics related to nationality and “Ivoirité.” Despite steady economic growth, fragile institutions and low public trust increase the risk of instability. The election is therefore described as “high-risk,” with potential for major unrest if the process continues to be viewed as non-inclusive.
Keywords :
Cultural identity, Governance, Election, Political identity, Presidential term limits
Organizations :
International Crisis Group, WATHI
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• Academic analysis and Think Tank / Mediation and conflict management,

  Understanding Fulani perspectives on the Sahel crisis 24/04/2020

  Keywords :

  Cultural identity, Pastoralism, Security, Extremism

  Country : Burkina Faso , Chad , Mali , Niger

  Organizations : ACSS
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