Independent English-language coverage of Burkina Faso's most pressing news and developments.
A quiet gamble in the Sahara: what is Niamey really after? For years, General Abdourahamane Tiani rarely looked beyond the walls of his own palace in Niamey. Now, his gaze is drifting north, into the […]
The Nigerien government’s recent military reorganization has triggered a high-stakes confrontation over control of state resources, with a special defense command and community defense forces at its center. The dispute centers on the Commandement des […]
Bamako’s silent shift: from Moscow’s shadow to Washington’s embrace The narrative has been clear for years: after ousting France and its European allies, Mali turned decisively toward Russia. Under the leadership of General Assimi Goïta, […]
Unprecedented civilian toll in Mali’s aerial campaign The drone war in Mali has reached a critical juncture, with civilian casualties soaring to unprecedented levels as aerial strikes intensify. Between September 2023 and September 2026, an […]
From promises to action: police’s bold strategy for Nigeria’s presidential vote As Nigeria braces for a pivotal presidential election, the spotlight has fallen squarely on election security—a concern amplified by widespread public anxiety and international […]
Benin’s tax breakthrough: online services hit Parakou, Comè and Lokossa from 21 september 2026 Benin’s tax administration is making a decisive move. Starting 21 September 2026, partner taxpayers attached to the small business tax centres […]
Mali’s prison system has reached a critical juncture, where decades-long institutional failures now collide with the relentless pressure of mass detentions. The surge in security operations and sweeping arrests has pushed an already strained penal […]
The moment is set. On 21 and 22 September 2026, the World Bank Group will host Open Days at the Ice Rink of the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire in Abidjan, marking a decisive shift in how […]
The harsh reality behind Burkina Faso’s food sovereignty promises In Tougan, the gap between political rhetoric and agricultural reality could not be wider. While officials tout local production and economic independence, farmers continue to grapple […]
As Niger’s military leadership struggles to curb mounting security threats, the Popular Front for Justice (FPL) has made a decisive pivot—launching a multilingual call to action aimed squarely at the nation’s youth. This bold initiative, […]
Kidal’s lifeline shattered: the turning point in Mali’s water war Northern Mali has reached a critical turning point after a wave of airstrikes and ground offensives targeted the region’s most precious resource—water. Between September 15 […]
A decisive turn at Klessoum: 150 inmates walk free The gates of the Maison d’arrêt et de correction de Klessoum swung open for 150 prisoners on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 — a moment that signals […]