EU foreign ministers decided on Thursday to impose sanctions against Abdelrahim Hamdan Dagalo, the deputy commander of the Sudanese RSF militia. Those responsible for atrocities must not go unpunished, said EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas.
By Stephan Israel
The Sahel, a transitional region south of the Sahara, is the focus of international attention because of its problems and potential. Here you will find the most important news about the Sahel, the effects of climate change on the environment, the social and economic challenges and international development initiatives, presented by the Table.Briefings editorial team. What is the Sahel? The Sahel runs across Africa and includes countries such as Mauritania, Mali, Niger, Chad, Sudan and Burkina Faso. The term "Sahel" comes from the Arabic and means "coast" or "border", which describes the region as a transition zone between the Sahara desert in the north and the more fertile savannahs in the south. The Sahel is known for its hot and dry climate with low and irregular rainfall. These climatic conditions make the region prone to droughts, which have increased in intensity and frequency in recent decades. The Sahel region and its ecological problems are exacerbated by desertification and the loss of arable land. Sahel: Social and economic problems The Sahel is one of the poorest and least developed regions in the world, and its socio-economic problems are diverse and complex: Sahel: Environmental problems and climate change The Sahel and its ecological problems are closely linked to the effects of climate change. Rising temperatures and irregular rainfall have serious consequences for agriculture and people's livelihoods: Sahel: International efforts to tackle the region's problems International efforts and development projects in the Sahel are essential in view of the many problems. Various organizations and initiatives are committed to the stability and development of the region: Sahel: problems, opportunities and future prospects Despite the problems, the Sahel also offers opportunities and prospects for positive development: The Sahel faces major problems, but also great opportunities. The international community, regional organizations and the countries of the Sahel must work together to tackle the many problems and promote sustainable development. The future of the Sahel depends on the successful implementation of development projects, the stabilization of the security situation and the creation of economic prospects. With a coordinated and comprehensive strategy, the Sahel can experience positive change and create a better future for its inhabitants. Read all the news on the Sahel from the Table.Briefings editorial team.
