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September 29, 2016
CAR President Wants Arms Embargo Lifted

'We cannot have an army without weapons' Touadera says
August 13, 2016
What Will the Next US President Mean for Africa?

As Africans closely watch the U.S. presidential race, they are wondering what the policy of either Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump would look like for the region
March 09, 2016
On Patrol with the Niger Army Against Boko Haram

National guard soldiers — reportedly numbering at least 1,000 — monitor border with Nigeria as threat of attacks by jihadists remains strong
March 08, 2016
#BringBackOurGirls Continues to Demand Return of Chibok Girls

In few weeks, #BringBackOurGirls will mark two years since the abduction of the students from Chibok; Only 57 have been released - 219 are still missing
March 04, 2016
Masses Fleeing Boko Haram Broil in Sun in Niger Camp

Residents tell of 'fleeing undressed, without shoes' during nighttime raids by Islamist gunmen; now, severely short of food, they're caught in a humanitarian challenge
March 04, 2016
A Look Inside a Refugee Camp in Diffa, Niger

Although security has improved in the Diffa region, hundreds of thousands are now living as refugees or displaced persons on the Niger side of the border. Photos were taken by VOA's Nicolas Pinault.
February 24, 2016
Niger's President Holds Election Lead

With results from 82 of the West African country's 308 voting districts in, Mahamadou Issoufou has about 37 percent of the vote
October 21, 2015
France's Calais 'Jungle'

Refugee Camps Host Migrants From Troubled Areas
October 08, 2015
Migrants Arrive in Italy

VOA French to Africa staffer Nicolas Pinault is in Italy reporting on African migrants crossing the Mediterranean to reach Europe.
October 06, 2015
Rescued Eritrean Migrants Brought to Sicily

Nearly 900 from sub-Saharan Africa had been saved during Mediterranean crossing days earlier
July 08, 2014
Brazil Racism Out of View at World Cup

Nation has world's largest black population outside of Africa and many Brazilians think their country is a model for race relations but, racism is a hidden reality
July 03, 2014
Brazil Looks Forward to World Cup Quarterfinals

Brazil will face Colombia Friday for a spot in the World Cup semi-final
June 26, 2014
African Students Thrive in Brazil

Country is more accessible than US or Europe and African students can find better infrastructure in Brazil than they can at home
June 24, 2014
Brasilia's Dramatic Architecture Draws World Cup Tourists

Brazil's capital city is an architectural gem envisioned by renowned Brazilian architect, Oscar Niemeyer
June 23, 2014
More Protests Expected in Brasilia Ahead of Brazil's Match

Rallies are part of ongoing manifestation of public discontent over government spending, lack of popular participation in politics
June 22, 2014
Cameroon Fans Do Not Give Up on Ousted Team

Though Cameroon team will not advance to next round in World Cup, fans hope it will do well Monday in match against host Brazil
June 18, 2014
Recife - the World Cup's Calmer Side

Even though it’s one of the tournament’s 12 venues, city of Recife keeps a distance from event’s hype, hoopla – and protests
June 18, 2014
Recife, Brazil - the World Cup's Calmer Side

The opening match of the World Cup in San Paulo, Brazil, nearly a week ago did not curtail the protests that started before the tournament. Recife, one of the 12 World Cup venues, is relatively calm and its population is watching the events in Rio de Janeiro and San Paulo from a distance. Nico Pinault has this story for VOA.
June 12, 2014
Joy of World Cup Evades Sao Paulo Shantytown

Huge metropolis focused on big event, but residents of local Moinho favela do not feel like the party is theirs
June 12, 2014
Joy of World Cup Evades Sao Paulo Shantytown

The World Cup kicks off today in Sao Paulo, Brazil’s biggest city. The huge metropolis is focused on the big event, but residents of a local favela (shantytown) do not feel like the party is theirs. VOA French to Africa Correspondent Nicolas Pinault met with residents of the Moinho. Roger Wilkison narrates his report.

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