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Why are drowning rates worrying Uganda?

Focus on Africa

CHAPTER

Borders and Perils: The Jihadist Threat in West Africa

This chapter follows the harrowing journey of James, a Ghanaian man who was abducted by jihadists while traveling to Senegal. It explores the broader implications of porous borders in West Africa, touching on the alarming rise of jihadi activity, particularly in Burkina Faso. Through personal accounts and investigative narratives, the chapter reveals the brutal realities faced by victims and the urgent need for enhanced security measures to combat the insurgency.

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