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The mutiny that shook Niamey on August 29, 2026, exposed deeper fractures within Niger’s military apparatus. What began as a localized insurrection within the elite Special Forces—critical to the nation’s anti-jihadist operations—unfolded into a stark […]
The Moroccan delegation has once again pledged its unwavering support for the protection of children caught in the crossfire of armed conflicts during a high-level session at the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (AU-PSC). […]
The Senegalese government and experts from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have successfully reached a staff-level agreement for a comprehensive 36-month program under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF). This crucial support, valued at nearly $2.2 […]
Ousmane Sonko, the former Prime Minister and current President of the National Assembly, has publicly shared his perspective on the recent agreement between the International Monetary Fund (FMI) and the government of Senegal. Through a […]
Dakar has secured a crucial financial pathway, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) opening the door to a substantial $2.2 billion package. This significant development is poised to provide a major boost to Senegal’s economic […]
The Alliance of Sahel States (AES), formed by Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger a year ago, set out with a bold promise: mutual defense. Yet as jihadist attacks escalate across Niger’s territory, the alliance’s failure […]
The newly appointed Governor for Lions Club International District 403-A2, Mr. Jean Pierre HILLAH, has commenced his official regional tour, choosing Côte d’Ivoire as the initial destination among the four nations within his district. On […]
“Banks no longer support us.” This recurring sentiment from local entrepreneurs engaged in public procurement in Togo highlights a significant challenge for the nation’s private sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and other companies providing […]
Calm has returned to the streets of Niamey this Monday, August 31. However, beneath the surface of the capital’s restored tranquility, tensions remain palpable within the city’s military installations following a weekend of unprecedented violence […]
Niamey in turmoil: a military rebellion shakes the Tiani regime The attempted coup d’état that rocked Niamey on August 29–30, 2026, did more than challenge the authority of General Abdourahamane Tiani—it laid bare the deep […]
Senegal’s institutional crossroads: the unfolding dynamic between Ousmane Sonko and Bassirou Diomaye Faye This parliamentary influence over the executive inevitably raises a crucial question: how far can legislative power extend when it seeks to sway […]
Cameroon’s domestic gas market is set to undergo a significant development with the launch of a competitive tender on September 1, 2026, for the acquisition of 60,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). This […]