Chad's participation in Mali against rebel groups assisted the French both militarily and diplomatically. Now, as a former despot goes on trial for crimes against humanity, cementing Chad's commitment to Rule of Law, the country partners with four neighbouring nations against the mutual threat posed by Boko Haram.

Chad's participation in Mali against rebel groups assisted the French both militarily and diplomatically. Now, as a former despot goes on trial for crimes against humanity, cementing Chad's commitment to Rule of Law, the country partners with four neighbouring nations against the mutual threat posed by Boko Haram.

Chad's participation in Mali against rebel groups assisted the French both militarily and diplomatically. Now, as a former despot goes on trial for crimes against humanity, cementing Chad's commitment to Rule of Law, the country partners with four neighbouring nations against the mutual threat posed by Boko Haram.

The Burkina Faso leader's rouse to extend his hold on power has pushed his people beyond their endurance. Africa's other despots may not be as immune from their people's will as in the past.

The Burkina Faso leader's rouse to extend his hold on power has pushed his people beyond their endurance. Africa's other despots may not be as immune from their people's will as in the past.

The Burkina Faso leader's rouse to extend his hold on power has pushed his people beyond their endurance. Africa's other despots may not be as immune from their people's will as in the past.

The Burkina Faso leader's rouse to extend his hold on power has pushed his people beyond their endurance. Africa's other despots may not be as immune from their people's will as in the past.