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Political landscape: on the cusp of a historic presidential election With less than a week remaining until a pivotal presidential election, Benin is experiencing a palpable surge of energy. Far from any uncertainty, a profound sense of anticipation prevails, as the Beninese populace demonstrates an increasing eagerness to participate in the upcoming polls. The national […]
COTONOU – In a significant move set to reshape sub-regional stability, the military high commands of Benin and Nigeria officially inaugurated an enhanced military cooperation mechanism on Sunday, April 5, 2026. This pivotal strategic partnership is designed to neutralize armed terrorist groups operating along their shared border. The announcement has brought a renewed sense of […]
The profound reverberations following the unexpected death of Mahamadi Baguian, widely known as «Marshall», continue to destabilize the very foundations of Burkina Faso’s transitional government. Far more than a mere tragic incident, the demise of this ardent supporter of Captain Ibrahim Traoré, occurring within the confines of state security detention, serves as a potent indicator […]
The ambitious federal vision for the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), championed by Ibrahim Traoré, increasingly confronts the practicalities of governance where the immediate survival of individual regimes often takes precedence over profound institutional integration. While official pronouncements herald the emergence of a sovereign confederation poised to shed Western oversight, actual practices frequently revert to […]
Ouagadougou witnessed a stark declaration on Thursday, April 2, as Captain Ibrahim Traoré, leader of Burkina Faso’s ruling military junta, openly urged the nation to abandon any notions of democracy. Broadcast on Radiotélévision du Burkina (RTB), Traoré’s unequivocal message, “Democracy is not for us,” was delivered directly to both local and international journalists, including representatives […]
Misrepresenting statistical data can dramatically alter its meaning and public understanding. On March 31, 2026, during an audio recording titled “Ten Years Without an Assessment, Part 4,” disseminated by the online platform Be Africa, exiled Beninese opposition figure Martin Rodriguez asserted that in Benin, “more than 45% of children under 5 years old die from […]
Captain Ibrahim Traoré, a 36-year-old military leader, now occupies the presidential palace, a position secured without electoral mandate following the abolition of democratic processes. This convenient shift allows for direct communication with journalists, circumventing the need to address voters. From the Koulouba palace, Traoré delivers a two-hour address to six assembled journalists, presenting a rosy […]
Burkina Faso’s leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, a 36-year-old with newly acquired captain’s insignia, presides over a presidential palace he seized, having abolished democratic elections. This convenient move eliminates the need to engage with voters, allowing for direct communication — or misdirection — to journalists. From the opulent Koulouba palace, Captain Traoré recently hosted a select […]
Burkina Faso’s military ruler insists democracy isn’t the nation’s path Share Share Whatsapp LinkedIn Mail messenger A newly adopted charter in Burkina Faso grants junta leader Captain Ibrahim Traoré the authority to seek re-election while pushing democratic elections five years into the future. The Burkinabè people must abandon democratic aspirations, declared junta leader Captain Ibrahim […]
Unprecedented atrocities in Burkina Faso: a conflict spiraling out of control Click to expand Image Burkina Faso’s army, alongside allied militias and an Al-Qaeda-linked armed group, has killed over 1,800 civilians and forcibly displaced tens of thousands since 2023. The military junta itself commits severe abuses, fails to hold any party accountable, and restricts information […]
In the Fulfulde language, Domol Leydi translates to “Guardians of the Land.” For Niger’s government, this term now refers to newly established local defense units tasked with combating jihadist groups that have plagued the Sahel region since 2017. According to government communications quoted by Actu Niger, these civilian volunteers—recruited from local communities or former security […]