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Confronted by a multifaceted terrorist threat and simmering discontent within his own military ranks, General Abdourahamane Tiani is reportedly embarking on a critical, last-ditch strategic maneuver. Niger’s transitional leader finds himself in a precarious position, […]
French President welcomes Mauritania’s Head of State at the Élysée Palace. A month ahead of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi on May 11-12, symbolizing renewed France-Africa partnerships, this visit underscores France’s commitment to deepening […]
The President of the French Republic welcomed Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of Mauritania, at the Élysée Palace this Wednesday, marking a historic moment in Franco-Mauritanian relations. The visit, the first of its kind […]
French President welcomes Mauritanian counterpart at the Élysée Palace. Ahead of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, this official visit underscores France’s commitment to deepening political, cultural, and economic collaboration with Mauritania. Joint press conference […]
Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani paid a historic State visit to Paris this week, marking the first such high-level engagement between the two nations in over three decades. The meeting at the Élysée […]
The breaking news from Benin’s Independent National Electoral Commission (CENA) paints a vivid picture of a pivotal moment in the nation’s political journey. Romuald Wadagni, previously the distinguished Minister of Economy, has been decisively elected […]
Tensions surrounding the CAN 2025 final between Senegal and Morocco show no signs of easing. The controversy deepened after the CAF Appeals Jury controversially awarded Morocco a 3-0 technical victory on March 17, overturning the […]
empowering communities through science: an interview with dr. bintou dembélé from Mali Bamako – In observance of World Health Day 2026, themed “Unite for Health. Support Science,” the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations’ […]
Three names echo through time—Aisha, Juliana, Hauwa—each carrying a story of suffering, resilience, and survival. In a The Republic exposé titled “surviving boko haram”, the untold narratives of these women are finally brought to light, […]
Scrutin after scrutin, Africa’s political landscape is increasingly shaped by financial barriers that sideline opposition voices long before ballots are cast. The phenomenon is particularly stark in Burkina Faso, where hefty campaign fees have become […]
“Preordained outcomes,” “lackluster campaigns,” “incumbents coasting to victory in the first round.” The 2025 presidential elections across Africa revealed a disturbing pattern: opposition candidates were systematically sidelined before campaigns even began. The latest examples came […]
“Preordained outcomes,” “lack of suspense,” “incumbent victories in the first round.” The 2025 African presidential elections followed a troubling pattern: opposition candidates were systematically barred long before campaigning even began. The latest cases came in […]