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Russia’s expanding security footprint across Africa has quietly transformed gold-rich countries into strategic bargaining chips. In the Central African Republic (CAR), where state security remains fragile, the intertwining of military protection and gold mining operations […]
Cotonou’s push to address harmful media content has gained momentum as a senior government envoy steps up efforts to remove French news channel CNews from local broadcasting platforms. The move targets content the envoy deems […]
From liberation rhetoric to financial strain: The heavy price of shunning Western allies The military juntas of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger came to power vowing to restore sovereignty and end foreign interference. Yet, their […]
When $17.6 million left a government account in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and landed in a Texas defense firm’s coffers in May 2025, it didn’t just trigger a financial transaction — it ignited […]
Stranded on the global financial stage and locked out of major capital markets, Burkina Faso is once again turning to the West African regional bond market to prop up its crumbling finances. From October 12 […]
The streets of France are engulfed in vandalism, clashes with law enforcement, and tear gas fumes—scenes beamed across social media feeds in Bamako, Ouagadougou, and Niamey. While Paris frames these images as domestic turbulence, Africa’s […]
Civilian mass casualty in disputed Abyei sparks diplomatic firestorm The disputed border region of Abyei has become the epicenter of a fresh humanitarian and diplomatic crisis after a suspected drone strike devastated Amiet Market, leaving […]
How conflict in Mali is leaving civilians trapped in a cycle of violence In the heart of West Africa, Mali’s war has entered a deadly new phase where no one—from farmers to health workers and […]
Unverified reports of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un suffering a severe cerebral hemorrhage and falling into a coma have sent shockwaves through global markets and regional governments. While these claims remain unconfirmed by official sources, […]
The ripple effects of recent civil unrest in France extend far beyond its borders, particularly in the Sahel region where military-led governments in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have severed ties with Paris. Far from […]
How a record-breaking win reshaped Benin’s path in the U-18 world cup The Beninese school football team, known as the Young Cheetahs U-18, stunned the competition by delivering another commanding performance in Suzhou, defeating India […]
Benin’s economic ambitions have received a significant boost with Ecobank’s landmark commitment of $230.8 million (138.5 billion FCFA) to fund strategic national projects. This financial backing not only underscores growing investor confidence in the West […]