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When Mali’s military leadership invited Russian mercenaries into the country in 2021, their primary focus shifted toward subduing Tuareg rebels in the northern regions. This strategic pivot, however, inadvertently created a vacuum that allowed jihadist […]
The Senegalese National Assembly is set to host a pivotal plenary session this Friday, May 22, 2026, beginning at 9:00 AM, where Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and his cabinet members will face direct questioning from […]
Escalating tensions within the MPC: Russian mercenaries officially intervene, escorting Didot Ali and his successor to Bossangoa (Editor’s note: The original article provided only a title; no further body text was supplied for this report.) […]
An in-depth look at how kidnapping has become a lucrative funding stream for Boko Haram across Nigeria, Chad, Niger, and Cameroon. the kidnapping industry: Boko Haram’s financial lifeline In Nigeria—by far the hardest-hit country—kidnapping has […]
The detention of political figure Ndiaga Seck has sparked widespread debate, particularly online. Charged with alleged unnatural acts, he was formally indicted by a Louga judge and remanded in custody this week. Amid the unfolding […]
Sénégal’s 2025 UEMOA review highlights steady progress with targeted improvements Dakar witnessed a pivotal moment this week as the Sénégal government convened the political phase of the UEMOA’s annual review of community reforms, policies, programs, […]
French Euro MP slams brutal anti-LGBTQ+ campaign in Senegal Manon Aubry, a French Member of the European Parliament representing La France Insoumise, has issued a sharp condemnation of the escalating crackdown on LGBTQ+ individuals in […]
Manchester City’s Premier League fate may no longer be in their hands, but the Citizens will fight until the final whistle. With two points separating them from Arsenal in the standings, just two matchdays remain […]
In Senegal, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is scheduled to appear before the National Assembly this Friday, May 22, 2026. The head of government will engage with Senegalese parliamentarians during a dedicated session focused on current […]
Prime minister Ousmane Sonko to address parliament on friday On Friday, May 22, 2026, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko will take center stage at the National Assembly during a pivotal session of parliamentary questions. This engagement […]
The summer transfer window at Olympique de Marseille is shaping up to be a high-stakes period, as financial constraints force the club to consider divesting key assets. With Champions League revenue out of reach, the […]
News Politics Ivorian civil society urges major electoral reform and inclusive political talks By Independent Ivorian Press – May 19, 2026 0 1 Facebook X Pinterest X WhatsApp The debate over electoral governance reform in […]