Soldiers in the West African country of Niger have announced ... In neighbouring Mali, heavily armed Russian Wagner mercenaries are helping the military regime to fight jihadist insurgents.

Heavily armed soldiers have fired shots to disperse protesters ... Illicit mining is widespread in the West African country, where many in poor communities see it as a way of making a living.

The protest, which had entered its sixth consecutive day, was initially peaceful until chaos erupted following the arrival of heavily armed security personnel, including soldiers and police officers.

As NUP received over 200 party joiners including seven serving MPs, Bobi Wine laid down firm conditions for dialogue with President Museveni. Heavily armed soldiers and plainclothed operatives ...

Another group of South African soldiers were due to return home later this week, the SANDF said. An official from the union that represents members of the armed forces told South African media ...