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International pressure mounts over Togo’s constitutional changes The political crisis in Togo has escalated into a regional dispute, with 43 civil society organizations across Africa and its diaspora urging the ECOWAS and the African Union […]
Political stalemate stifles economic momentum Nearly three years after Senegal’s political turbulence peaked during the 2024 presidential election, citizens had pinned their hopes on a fresh economic revival under the new administration. The launch of […]
Key challenge How can Cotonou’s port area vendors maintain their livelihoods while ensuring safe, hygienic food for customers and themselves? Solution implemented Recognizing the unsafe working conditions and poor hygiene standards among street food vendors […]
Three years after the takeover: promises unmet in Niger When General Abdourahamane Tiani led the overthrow of President Mohamed Bazoum on July 26, 2023, his justification rested on three foundational pledges: restoring national sovereignty, eradicating […]
As the echoes of the Grand Magal of Touba gradually subside, a distinct sentiment of apprehension appears to settle among Senegal’s dedicated civil service. This annual pilgrimage, a profound cornerstone of Mouride spiritual life, traditionally […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) recently sounded an alarm regarding the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), noting its « exceptional intensification » and urging a significant scale-up of health responses. […]
Cameroon finds itself at the center of growing speculation and concern as questions swirl about the whereabouts and well-being of President Paul Biya. Civic groups and opposition parties have openly raised doubts, not only about […]
The Republic of Benin has taken a bold step forward in addressing critical coastal and marine challenges across the Gulf of Guinea. Through the OPERA (Ocean Prediction Enhancement in Regions of Africa) initiative—a seven-week online […]
The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has landed in Kinshasa to assess the deepening Ebola crisis gripping the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Ebola resurgence prompts urgent global response […]
The Republic of Bénin and Canada have formalized a lasting political and diplomatic dialogue framework to streamline consultations between Cotonou and Ottawa and ensure ongoing follow-up of their shared commitments. The announcement was made via […]
World’s oldest president reshuffles army as absence fuels apprehension Crédit photo, AFP via Getty Images Cameroonian President Paul Biya, a long-standing political figure who has been out of the public eye for nearly two months, […]
Yan Diomande’s transfer fee could hit historic highs as Real Madrid nears deal Negotiations between Real Madrid and RB Leipzig have accelerated dramatically, with a transfer agreement now appearing imminent. The two clubs have reportedly […]