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PoliticsAfrica Mali peace talks: seeking solutions amid deepening crisis PoliticsAfrica Georges Ibrahim Tounkara 14/05/202614 may 2026 Years of armed conflict and political instability have left Mali in a precarious position. With intercommunal tensions escalating and […]
Bénin’s new leader faces a pivotal moment in the country’s democratic journey Romuald Wadagni has secured a commanding victory in Bénin’s presidential election, winning 94.27% of the vote against his sole challenger, Paul Hounkpè. The […]
Emmanuel Macron has made no secret of his frustration with the Sahel’s military regimes, bluntly declaring that France received « ingratitude in return » for its decades of military and financial support. The French President’s […]
In Côte d’Ivoire, the Commission Électorale Indépendante (CEI) has once again become a focal point of political contention as the country gears up for pivotal elections. Opposition factions argue that the current composition of the […]
FootballLigue 1 PSG secures historic 14th Ligue 1 title with victory at Lens A resilient Matveï Safonov delivered a masterclass as PSG claimed their 14th French league title in five consecutive seasons with a 2-0 […]
The relatives of prominent Malian lawyer and politician Mountaga Tall have initiated legal proceedings following his abduction from his home in Bamako. The development, which has circulated within legal and diplomatic circles over recent days, […]
The coastal security of Senegal is undergoing a major transformation. Following the withdrawal of French forces from its territory in 2024, Dakar is now turning to Turkey to enhance the safeguarding of its maritime borders. […]
The latest cyberattack on Senegal’s public treasury underscores a troubling pattern for Dakar. Within six months, three key government departments have suffered breaches, pushing the nation’s cybersecurity resilience into the spotlight. This incident coincides with […]
Mali’s transition government defends army amid rising jihadist threats Moussa Ag Acharatoumane, leading figure in Mali’s transitional council and head of the MSA, asserts the resilience of the Malian army and the legitimacy of President […]
The political wing of the Wakit Tama movement has intensified its call for a peaceful nationwide mobilization scheduled for May 16, 2026, denouncing what it describes as the Chadian government’s authoritarian slide under President Mahamat […]
The Paris Saint-Germain’s commanding victory over RC Lens on Wednesday evening wasn’t just a team effort—it was a Matvey Safonov masterclass. The Russian goalkeeper, back between the posts after sitting out the last two matches, […]
Experts urge Senegal to explore new debt financing avenues amid rising debt burden In response to mounting concerns over the Senegal debt crisis, economic analysts gathered in Dakar have called for a comprehensive audit of […]