Month: May 2026

Travelers in Mali face mounting challenges following recent road blockades enforced around Bamako by armed factions. The disruption, attributed to the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), has intensified after a series of attacks on April 25 that targeted multiple locations across the country. In the past week alone, dozens of transport […]

Mali travel disruptions caused by road blockades to Bamako Travelers heading to Bamako in Mali are facing severe disruptions due to blockades on major roads imposed by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (Jnim) following attacks on April 25 that targeted multiple locations across the country. Last week, militants set fire to […]

JTE Gbi de fer advocates for anti-begging policies in Abidjan Local initiatives in Abidjan are gaining momentum as stakeholders unite to combat street begging. Among the voices leading this effort is JTE Gbi de fer, whose recent statements have highlighted the need for structured policies to address the issue. Begging remains a visible challenge in […]

The Senegalese Head of State, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, delivered a standout speech at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, where he celebrated Senegal’s continental sports success. Addressing a high-profile audience including African and global leaders like Patrice Motsepe and Emmanuel Macron, he underscored the transformative power of sports in driving economic growth, infrastructure development, and […]

Chadian military operations in the Lake Chad region have raised serious concerns following reports of dozens of Nigerian fishermen missing after airstrikes targeted what N’Djamena calls Boko Haram strongholds. Since Friday, the Chadian air force has been conducting aerial bombardments on several islands within the lake’s Nigerian waters, which authorities claim serve as operational bases […]

During a pivotal meeting on the sidelines of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and France’s President Emmanuel Macron engaged in high-level discussions to reinforce bilateral cooperation between their nations. The diplomatic exchange highlighted the shared commitment to addressing global challenges through collaborative international partnerships. Key discussions at the Nairobi […]

Etat de droitTogo Togo’s political landscape: a glimmer of democratic hope? Noël Tadégnon 11/05/202611 mai 2026 Togolese opposition groups secured authorization to convene this Saturday, marking an end to several years of public gathering prohibitions.

Togo’s political landscape: a fragile but promising shift After years of stringent restrictions on public assemblies, Togo’s opposition coalition achieved a historic milestone this weekend by securing permission to hold a public gathering in Lomé. While the move has sparked cautious optimism, analysts warn it may only represent a temporary easing rather than a definitive […]

political opening in Togo after opposition rally Noël Tadégnon After years of restrictions and outright bans on public protests, Togo’s opposition coalition achieved a historic milestone this weekend by securing government approval for a public gathering in Lomé. The permitted assembly raises a critical question: Are we witnessing a genuine political thaw in Togo, or […]