Mali to hold military parade at funeral of defence minister killed in attacks

President Assimi Goita will attend Sadio Camara's funeral, which will be held at a military facility and will include a military parade before the body, according to the authorities.

Burkina Faso bans more NGOs, bringing total to 205

Burkina Faso's leadership has ordered the dissolution of more NGOs, bringing the total of banned associations to 205.

Cameroon's president places power firm under state control

Cameroon has approved the renationalisation of the operator that produces and distributes electricity.