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Chad’s political landscape faces unprecedented turmoil following the Supreme Court’s decision to dissolve the GCAP coalition and the subsequent eight-year prison sentences handed down to its eight leading figures. This judicial move has left the […]
The week of May 4 to 10, 2026 in Burkina Faso unfolded with a dynamic mix of cultural milestones, security advancements, economic initiatives, and institutional progress. Here’s a recap of the most notable events that […]
The already fragile security situation in Mali took a dramatic turn in late April 2026 following a series of highly coordinated armed assaults on multiple cities. These attacks resulted in the deaths of the country’s […]
The current political climate in the Senegal is sparking intense debate about the evolving role of the Parliament and the very foundations of governance. Far from being a mere political spectacle, this moment in history […]
Mali’s government urged to halt rights violations against dissenting voices A sharp escalation in human rights abuses has gripped Mali, with government critics and political figures increasingly targeted through enforced disappearances, intimidation, and hate speech. […]
The Dakar Urban Security unit has exposed a sophisticated operation producing counterfeit visa approval letters, highlighting the growing complexity of irregular migration networks passing through Senegal. A key suspect, linked to what investigators call a […]
The intricate dance of power within the Senegalese political landscape frequently reflects a complex, almost contradictory, sentiment among its key figures. This dynamic was particularly evident following a recent presidential coalition gathering, meticulously orchestrated by […]
Togo opposition unites in new coalition to challenge constitutional reforms A fresh wave of political mobilization is sweeping through Togo as opposition forces consolidate under a new banner. The Cadre national de concertation pour le […]
Taxawu Sénégal has officially transitioned into a structured political party during its founding congress in Dakar on May 10. The event, themed «From platform to political party: Rethinking the social contract for a sovereign, just, […]
The Côte d’Ivoire’s education system is taking a significant leap forward with the training of 75 pedagogical inspectors in digital competencies. This initiative is part of the second phase of the Digital Skills Development for […]
tchadian military strikes on jihadist targets result in tragic civilian casualties Dozens of Nigerian fishermen are feared dead following three days of aerial strikes by Chadian armed forces against jihadist groups in the Lake Chad […]
This Monday, May 11th, global attention converges on the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. The Africa-Forward Summit, jointly presided over by Emmanuel Macron and William Ruto, commences a two-day agenda of intensive discussions. […]