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First LookNiger in limbo: missed deadline rocks Sahel counterterrorism effortsNiger鈥檚 coup leaders have missed the deadline to reinstate the president amid global peace appeals and regional support. The coup significantly disrupts U.S. counterterrorism efforts in the Sahel region.
First LookWhy sanctions to stem Niger鈥檚 coup could backfireEconomic sanctions imposed by neighboring countries following last week鈥檚 coup could have grave consequences for Niger, already heavily dependent on foreign aid. In the capital, people live in makeshift shelters, struggling to meet daily needs.
First LookForeigners flee Niger amid rising tensions, UN backs regional blocEuropean militaries are evacuating foreign nationals from Niger amid threats from the pro-coup group. Meanwhile, the West African regional bloc ECOWAS, with U.N. backing, is preparing to use force against the group that ousted Niger鈥檚 elected president.
These garden towers are helping Kenyans rise above hungerAs a third year of drought leaves millions in need of food aid in Kenya, a simple solution has become a lifeline for thousands of families.聽
First LookNiger is the world鈥檚 third poorest country. Will sanctions end coup?With Niger鈥檚 democratically elected president still under house arrest, the country鈥檚 West African neighbors are pressuring the nation to end the coup. The bloc of countries has already imposed sanctions and will use force if their demands are not met.聽
In Zimbabwean language, 鈥楢nimal Farm鈥� takes on new meaningA group of Zimbabwean writers has translated a literary classic into Shona, hoping it will change the way African languages are seen in literature.
First LookStability restored? Niger coup refuted by president, neighbors.Members of the presidential guard declared a coup of Niger鈥檚 government Thursday, yet the president and his foreign minister have denied losing power. The international community has expressed support for the president, as Benin leads mediation efforts.聽
Cover StoryWhat girls in Malawi gain 鈥� and give up 鈥� by choosing educationWith help from Monitor readers, a 2005 story turned into support for girls鈥� education in Malawi. We check back to see what鈥檚 been learned.
First LookRussian grain deal cut heightens refugee camps' food security crisisDadaab, one of the largest refugee camps, demonstrates how the global food crisis exacerbates malnutrition in refugees fleeing famine-hit regions. Decreased foreign aid and Russia鈥檚 end to the grain deal led Somali refugees to find more scarcity in Kenya.聽
African tech workers press global social media giants for better conditionsAfrican content moderators urge tech giants to provide adequate mental health care and fair pay in recognition of their grueling but vital role.
First LookSudan on the brink of civil war as millions flee to neighbor statesConflict continues in Sudan after tensions between the military and paramilitary聽Rapid Support Forces聽exploded into open fighting in April. Around 3.1 million people have fled, and the United Nations fears the fighting become a 鈥渇ull-scale civil war.鈥�
First LookFree, fair election? Zimbabwe government cracks down on opposition.Zimbabwe鈥檚 suppression of political opposition has increased this year in anticipation of the presidential election, scheduled for late August. Police banned opposition party CCC鈥檚 rally on Jun. 7, sparking protests with freedom songs outside a courthouse.
鈥楴arrating our own story鈥�: Amid war in Sudan, art lovers take a standPatrons of Khartoum鈥檚 Downtown Gallery have collected money for Sudanese artists, joining a movement of thousands of small-scale aid projects.
Meet the women helping rape victims recover dignity in Congo鈥檚 conflictsIn eastern DRC, women activists are helping survivors of sexual violence.
In South Sudan鈥檚 refugee camps, resilience and compassionA returnee鈥檚 journey back to South Sudan tells a wider story of the conflict mushrooming in the region.聽
Never afraid to chase: A Black woman aims for ultramarathon historyGalaletsang Mekgoe, the child of a South African mine worker, fought to become the first Black woman to win the prestigious Comrades ultramarathon.
From a galaxy far, far away to Cape Town: Star Wars re-imagined鈥淎au鈥檚 Song鈥� is an African reimagining of the famous fantasy universe.
First LookDroughts in East Africa stoke tension between herders and lionsA prolonged drought in East Africa has increased lions targeting livestock and causing significant financial losses for herders. In retaliation to recent attacks near Kenya鈥檚 Amboseli Park, the Maasai people have killed six wild lions.
In stronghold of Guinea-Bissau, endangered vultures soar againIn rare good conservation news from the African continent, Guinea-Bissau鈥檚 hooded vulture population is slowly recovering.
Can 50 tons of dinosaur fossils help hatch paleontology in Niger?Landlocked Niger is home to stunning dinosaur fossils. Scientists aim not only to find them but also to build homegrown research expertise.