Africa faces increasing Islamist terrorism threats from Al Qaeda and Islamic State affiliates across multiple countries.

Africa faces a major threat of Islamist terrorism from Al Qaeda and Islamic State affiliates, spreading across countries like Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Somalia, Congo, Uganda, and Mozambique. Old terror groups like Boko Haram and Al Shabaab already pose challenges, but new actors amplify the threat. Recent events, such as the Al Qaeda-linked group's attack in Burkina Faso, show the scale of the issue.

June 22, 2024
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