Independent English-language coverage of Burkina Faso's most pressing news and developments.
In a breakthrough moment for West African justice, Benin has taken a decisive step by placing Dr Désiré Henri Aihou on the bench of the ECOWAS Court of Justice. The swearing-in ceremony, held on 6 […]
The long silence surrounding the fate of Nigerien journalist Moussa Kaka has finally been broken, marking a pivotal moment in a case that has drawn intense scrutiny. After more than a month without news following […]
At Assamaka, on the edge of the Sahara, Algeria and Niger have officially commissioned their trans-Saharan fiber optic link. This is not just another telecom project: it marks a decisive turning point in the race […]
Benin has reached a decisive moment in its economic trajectory, with the latest projections pointing to a sustained expansion that positions the country as one of West Africa’s most dynamic performers. The shift is not […]
By Emmanuel Mbarga — Journalist
The legal battle over Kémi Séba has reached a critical turning point in South Africa. On October 6, 2026, the South African judiciary rejected the defense’s central argument that the activist’s Nigerian diplomatic status should […]
The first acceptance test of the M51.3 strategic ballistic missile from the nuclear submarine Le Vigilant marks a decisive turning point for France’s nuclear deterrent. As European security deteriorates — with airspace violations, drone incursions, […]
By Emmanuel Mbarga — Journalist
The port of Cotonou has reached a decisive turning point. Once content with handling Benin’s own trade, it is now executing a bold shift to become a full-fledged regional commercial platform. The momentum is unmistakable: […]
Spain has reached a decisive turning point in its housing emergency. After Parliament struck down the government’s flagship housing measures, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has made a bold move: calling snap elections to break the […]
After years of paralysis, the trade corridor linking northern Nigeria to Cameroon’s Far North has reached a genuine turning point. Improved security along the route has allowed convoys to roll again, customs offices to reopen, […]
