West Africa, or Afrique de l’Ouest in French, is a region located in the western part of the African continent. It is generally defined to include several countries, often grouped as part of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). These countries typically include Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo.
West Africa is characterized by diverse cultures, ethnicities, and languages, with a rich history that includes ancient civilizations, colonial impacts, and contemporary developments. It features a variety of landscapes, from coastal areas along the Atlantic Ocean to savannas and mountainous regions. The region is also known for its significant economic activities, including agriculture, mining, and trade.
Geographically, West Africa is defined by its borders with the Sahara Desert to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the west and south, and the Sahel region to the north. It plays a crucial role in regional integration and cooperation in terms of economic, political, and social development.
La présence militaire russe en Afrique de l'Ouest se renforce avec l'arrivée de l'unité russe en Afrique à Ouagadougou, capitale du Burkina Faso. Cette nouvelle unité, appelée le "Corps africain",…