The security situation is one of the main concerns of Malians. Jihadist groups are still active. A French soldier from the Barkhane force was killed Thursday morning in a clash with terrorists. A vehicle loaded with explosives was thrown against the soldier's armored vehicle.

Algeria is experiencing a surge in cases of Covid-19 contamination. he country is struggling to slow down the epidemic and has recorded more than 600 cases of contamination in 24 hours. In an attempt to stem the spread of the coronavirus, all non-essential stores have been closed. One week before Aid, traders are worried. 

Report from In Togo, where women farmers have come together to produce high quality organic rice. They decide everything: production, processing and even marketing. Their initiative quickly became successful.

Finally, difficult to find a soul mate during the epidemic. In Nigeria, the number of dating sites has exploded. This is one of the unintended consequences of the pandemic.

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