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  Conflict in the Penta-Border Area: The Jihad in Northern Benin as Seen by Its Neighbours 16/04/2025

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  Since December 2021, Northern Benin has experienced escalating violence linked to violent extremist groups (VEOs), notably Jama'at Nasr al-Islam wal M...

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  Country : Burkina Faso , Niger , Nigeria , Benin , Togo

  Organizations : Netherlands Institute of International Relations ‘Clingendael
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International agencies report / Security and human rights,
Conflict in the Penta-Border Area: The Jihad in Northern Benin as Seen by Its Neighbours 16/04/2025
Summary :
Since December 2021, Northern Benin has experienced escalating violence linked to violent extremist groups (VEOs), notably Jama'at Nasr al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) and the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS). Initially confined to national parks, the violence has spread to populated areas. The report emphasizes that these threats primarily originate from neighboring countries—Burkina Faso, Niger, Togo, and Nigeria—rather than internal Beninese tensions. VEOs utilize Benin as a strategic buffer zone to evade regional military pressure and expand their influence. The report recommends enhanced regional coordination and cross-border programs to effectively address this threat.
Keywords :
Boundary, Security, Extremism, Violence, Groupes armés
Organizations :
Netherlands Institute of International Relations ‘Clingendael
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  Pastoral Surveillance Bulletin on Niger – No. 62 / February - March 2025 05/05/2025

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  The joint pastoral surveillance bulletin by Action Contre la Faim (ACF) and Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Belgium (VSF-B) for February–March 2025 repor...

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  Country : Niger

  Organizations : Action Against Hunger (ACF) – Regional Office for West and Central Africa (Dakar, Senegal)
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Pastoral Surveillance Bulletin on Niger – No. 62 / February - March 2025 05/05/2025
Summary :
The joint pastoral surveillance bulletin by Action Contre la Faim (ACF) and Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Belgium (VSF-B) for February–March 2025 reports an overall satisfactory pastoral situation in Niger. Pastures remain widely available, surface water is sufficient, and markets are accessible. However, livestock body condition has slightly declined and suspected cases of animal diseases persist, though less than in previous periods. Prices of livestock and cereals have decreased, leading to a mild deterioration in terms of trade for herders. Incidents of bushfires, livestock thefts, and inter-community conflicts have also declined. The report recommends increased vaccination, awareness campaigns on transhumance, and better youth engagement to sustainably manage pastoral resources. Efforts should focus on improving disease surveillance, supporting pastoral markets, and sharing strategic information across communities.
Keywords :
State, Boundary, Livestock, Natural ressources, Security, Justice, Education, Gold, Information, Marché
Organizations :
Action Against Hunger (ACF) – Regional Office for West and Central Africa (Dakar, Senegal)
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  Pastoral Surveillance Bulletin for Burkina Faso (No. 23, December 2024 - January 2025) 11/03/2025

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  The Pastoral Surveillance Bulletin for Burkina Faso (December 2024 - January 2025) analyzes the agropastoral situation in seven regions of the country...

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  Country : Burkina Faso , Ivory Coste , Ghana

  Organizations : Action Against Hunger (ACF) – Regional Office for West and Central Africa (Dakar, Senegal), Network Billital Maroobe (RBM) (Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso), Veterinarians Without Borders Belgium (VSF-B) (Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso), RECOPA (Fada N’Gourma, Burkina Faso)
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Pastoral Surveillance Bulletin for Burkina Faso (No. 23, December 2024 - January 2025) 11/03/2025
Summary :
The Pastoral Surveillance Bulletin for Burkina Faso (December 2024 - January 2025) analyzes the agropastoral situation in seven regions of the country. It highlights generally sufficient but declining fodder availability, stable livestock prices, and falling grain prices due to export restrictions. However, terms of trade remain unfavorable for pastoralists. The report notes livestock movements to Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana, driven by insecurity and the search for resources. Animal health is generally stable, although suspected disease outbreaks have been noted. The surveillance is based on data collected via 51 sentinel sites and satellite observations. Finally, bushfires, cattle thefts, and conflicts are still associated with mobility and access to resources.
Keywords :
State, Agriculture, Pastoralism, Boundary, Livestock, Natural ressources, Security, Education, Food security, Gold, Human security, Soicial sciences, Marché
Organizations :
Action Against Hunger (ACF) – Regional Office for West and Central Africa (Dakar, Senegal), Network Billital Maroobe (RBM) (Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso), Veterinarians Without Borders Belgium (VSF-B) (Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso), RECOPA (Fada N’Gourma, Burkina Faso)
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  Pastoral Surveillance Bulletin in Burkina Faso – February–March 2025 17/06/2025

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  The pastoral monitoring bulletin for February–March 2025, published by ACF, VSF-B, RBM, and RECOPA, assesses the pastoral situation in Burkina Faso. T...

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  Country : Burkina Faso , Ivory Coste , Ghana

  Organizations : Action Against Hunger – Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROWCA)
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Pastoral Surveillance Bulletin in Burkina Faso – February–March 2025 17/06/2025
Summary :
The pastoral monitoring bulletin for February–March 2025, published by ACF, VSF-B, RBM, and RECOPA, assesses the pastoral situation in Burkina Faso. This period marks the transition between the cold and hot dry seasons, with widespread drying of temporary water points and declining natural pastures, worsened by bushfires. Transhumance movements, especially toward the south, are disrupted due to ongoing insecurity, closure of pastoral corridors, and tensions with crop farmers. The body condition of livestock is fair overall, although some animal diseases have been reported. Market access remains limited in several areas, with rising food prices and deteriorating terms of trade. The security context continues to restrict movement, while the presence of internally displaced persons (IDPs) adds further pressure on already strained resources.
Keywords :
State, Pastoralism, Boundary, Livestock, Natural ressources, Security, Education, Development, Gold, Human security, Marché, Transhumance
Organizations :
Action Against Hunger – Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROWCA)
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