AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoRussia–Sahel Logistics: A new analysis says Russia has been using a “shadow fleet” style network of military-linked flights to move support across Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger, with at least 75 flights identified between Jan 2025 and July 2026—Burkina Faso seeing the busiest activity as a key stopover. Terror and Civilian Harm: West Africa’s security strain remains stark, with the Global Terrorism Index 2026 pointing to governance failures behind rising violence, and reports of jihadist attacks in Nigeria’s Niger State during Friday prayers involving killings, kidnappings and clashes between rival militants. Ouagadougou Football (WAFU B): Edo Queens kick off their WAFU B Women’s Champions League qualifying campaign in Ouagadougou today, facing AS Garde Nationale of Niger at Stade du 4 Août, with the team drawn alongside ASEC Mimosas and Ampem Darkoa Ladies. Burkina Faso Development Finance: Coris Bank International, linked to Burkinabè billionaire Idrissa Nassa, commits $712 million to build hospitals and schools across Burkina Faso. Regional Sports Hosting: Guinea submits bids to host AFCON 2032 or 2036, while Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso have also expressed interest.
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