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AfricaLink | Deutsche Welle 13.12.2017 | 19:00 UTC Sahel force could tackle jihadists 'without antagonizing communities' A new African military force in the Sahel region could be operational in the next few months after donors pledged millions at a conference in France. Paul Melly from Chatham House talked to DW about the G5 Sahel force. Angela Merkel: 'Urgent' need for Sahel anti-terror force UN approves Sahel counterterrorism force Is Israel Africa's new best friend? Africa was long regarded as a partner of the Palestinians, but hoping for arms, development aid and cutting edge technology, many African states now seek closer ties with Israel. Cooperation, however, comes at a price. Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu urges EU to recognize 'reality' of Jerusalem status Netanyahu: Africa has no better friend than Israel Israel to deport 40,000 African refugees without their consent Angela Merkel: 'Urgent' need for Sahel anti-terror force Chancellor Merkel has called for the deployment of anti-terror troops in Africa's troubled Sahel region. European and African leaders met for talks outside Paris to discuss plans to battle the growing jihadi threat. Macron in Mali to boost anti-terrorism force German Defense Minister: Development in Mali 'a question of political processes' French president urges multi-national force in Sahel to start operations within weeks EU commits 50 million euros to combat terrorism in West Africa Germany's defense minister pledges support to fight 'IS' in Africa Germany's Bundeswehr mission in Mali UN approves Sahel counterterrorism force Money, money, money Malawi urges people to stop damaging bank notes Malawi is spending several million US dollars every year to replace torn and dirty bank notes as people throw money as sign of good luck. Malawi's central bank has now rolled out a campaign to stop this wear and tear. China Invests Big in Malawi Struggling to provide care: Doctors in Malawi Malawians urged to stop cash mutilation One year after demonetization – Has India eliminated 'black money'? Bundesbank reports decline in counterfeit bills More topics for the 77 percent More topics for the 77 percent   © Deutsche Welle 2017