Independent English-language coverage of Burkina Faso's most pressing news and developments.
The Paris Saint-Germain stand on the brink of securing their 14th Ligue 1 title this Wednesday, May 13, as they face Lens in a high-stakes rescheduled match from matchday 29. With a commanding six-point lead […]
The administration led by General Abdourahamane Tiani is advancing a sweeping administrative overhaul in Niger, aimed at bolstering security operations against armed groups. On May 12, 2026, the Ministry of Interior, Public Security, and Territorial […]
The Kenyan Head of State, William Ruto, has praised the strong ties between Kenya and Chad, along with President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno’s dedication to global security and the achievements of the Africa Forward Summit. […]
At the Palais de la Marina in Cotonou, President Patrice Talon presided over his final cabinet meeting on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, marking the culmination of two consecutive terms in office. The session brought together […]
The Mayor of Paris, Emmanuel Grégoire, has decided against setting up a fan zone for the upcoming UEFA Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal on May 30. The decision follows concerns raised by […]
The security crisis gripping Burkina Faso has reached a dangerous tipping point, with tensions between the central government—led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré—and the Fulani community escalating dramatically. As the nation battles armed insurgent groups, allegations […]
Chad Virtual meeting for US citizens in Chad: what to expect The US Embassy in N’Djamena invites American citizens in Chad to an online gathering on May 20 to discuss safety and consular services. N’Djamena […]
As Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko hosted a high-profile forum in Dakar on exploring alternatives to traditional solutions from Bretton Woods institutions, the nation’s leadership made a clear statement: President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is personally […]
When family planning meets danger in the Sahel As the capital Niamey shines a spotlight on women’s empowerment in development, a starkly different reality unfolds in the conflict-plagued districts of Tillabéri. Programs like the Reach […]
The coordinated assaults by JNIM and FLA on April 25, 2026, signify a profound strategic shift in Mali since 2012. By striking simultaneously in Bamako, Kati, Kidal, Gao, and Sévaré, these two groups starkly revealed […]
The Republic of Benin has taken a significant stride in border management modernization through a strategic collaboration with the United States. The Hillacondji border post, a critical crossing point between Benin and Togo, has been […]
Kidal’s fall: a turning point for Mali’s alliance with Russian mercenaries April 26, 2026, marked a dark chapter in Mali’s recent history. On that day, the city of Kidal—long hailed by Bamako as a symbol […]