Independent English-language coverage of Burkina Faso's most pressing news and developments.
For countless young Togolese, the choice has become an unbearable burden: abandon their homeland in pursuit of a dignified life, or remain trapped in a cycle of unfulfilled ambition. This stark reality has fueled growing […]
Ouagadougou’s recent pivot toward Moscow has been framed as a bold step toward reclaiming national sovereignty and securing much-needed stability. The government champions a partnership with Russia as a mutually beneficial alliance, built on principles […]
The recent political tensions in Senegal are raising concerns about the future of its democratic transition. A compelling analysis published on MyJoyOnline by researchers Chukwuemeka Eze and Malick Fall highlights how the growing rift between […]
The arrival of the Russian cargo vessel « Mikhail-Britnev » in Lomé port, a ship subject to international sanctions, coupled with reports of several hundred Africa Corps personnel deploying on Togolese territory, is fueling an […]
The Cameroonian philosopher challenges long-held assumptions about governance on the continent. In a candid conversation, he dissects the failures of democracy in Africa, critiques the CFA franc, and examines the legacy of colonialism. During the […]
The restructuring of Senegal’s national debt has emerged as the most pressing economic challenge for President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s administration. Recent findings from the Audit Court revealed that the country’s debt load exceeds previous official […]
The allure and harsh realities of a Russian-led security shift The Russian government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing military support to Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. For the leaders of the Alliance of Sahel […]
The stark contrast between rhetoric and reality in Burkina Faso has reached unprecedented levels. While authorities loudly proclaim a return to sovereignty, their actions reveal a humiliating reliance on foreign aid. By banning local initiatives […]
Behind the curtains: when Mali’s customs reshuffle raises eyebrows In one of Mali’s most pivotal institutions, the Direction Générale des Douanes, even the slightest personnel shift can trigger a cascade of political and economic repercussions. […]
The shifting sands of power under Niger’s transitional regime In military-led transitional governments, the line between trusted collaborator and potential threat can be dangerously thin. The case of Niger’s Prime Minister Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine […]
In a recent diplomatic gesture, the Togolese Minister of Foreign Affairs was awarded the rank of Commander within Burkina Faso’s highest honorific distinction, the Order of the Stallion. While official channels portray this as a […]
Two years in, Sahel States Alliance’s bold promises fade against relentless jihadist onslaught The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) entered the regional stage with fanfare and defiant rhetoric, yet its two-year anniversary reveals a sobering […]