02:32 Illegal immigration Time is of an essence in search for migrant boats off African coast The long route and harsh weather in the Atlantic can easily spell disaster for the people aboard.
01:03 Benin Alleged leader of Benin coup attempt reportedly finds refuge in Togo Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri is reportedly hiding in a neighbourhood of the Togolese capital, according to Reuters and Jeune Afrique.
00:44 West Africa ECOWAS to cut air transport taxes in bid to lower cost of air travel in West Africa
00:58 Press freedom Sahel: Community radio stations, media freedom group sound alarm on violence against journalists
01:06 internet security Internet disruption hits West and Central Africa, Netblocks and Cloudflare data shows
