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Top stories News Touba After defamation complaint, descendants of Serigne Touba ban Ousmane Sonko from Touba The descendants of Serigne Touba have escalated their stance against the PASTEF leader, Ousmane Sonko. Following their defamation complaint over his remarks about alleged financial misconduct in Touba, the group now insists that the former Prime Minister should no […]
Niger faces worsening human rights crisis under military rule As the July 26 coup anniversary approaches, international scrutiny intensifies. Military authorities accused of expanding repression and dismantling democratic safeguards With the third anniversary of Niger’s July 26, 2023 military takeover looming, a leading human rights organization has issued a stark warning about the country’s deteriorating […]
Washington considers direct strikes on Mali’s Al-Qaeda-linked JNIM The Trump administration has opened internal deliberations on whether to authorize United States military strikes against the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) in Mali. The alliance, an Al-Qaeda affiliate operating across the Sahel, has been expanding its reach despite ongoing regional counterterrorism efforts. […]
The sudden spike in essential vegetable prices is leaving Niamey’s households grappling with an unexpected financial strain, exposing long-standing weaknesses in agricultural planning and government inaction. By late July 2026, the cost of staples like tomatoes and cabbage has skyrocketed, pushing many families into food insecurity. While seasonal shifts between local harvests and imports from […]
A little after 10 p.m. on a quiet evening in Dakar, Amadou Bangoura’s routine took an unsettling turn. The 30-year-old Beninese student, who had just finished his workout at the Liberté 6 gym, was stopped by a police patrol. Two officers stepped out, demanding to see his documents. Though his residency papers were in order, […]
The deployment of Russian military personnel to Togo, confirmed on July 22, 2026, following the inauguration of a Russian base on July 12, marks a significant milestone in the deepening defense ties between Lomé and Moscow. According to official statements, these soldiers are assigned to support Togo’s counterterrorism efforts and enhance the operational readiness of […]
File generated on Omer Mbadi Cameroun correspondent World Bank African Development Bank Unused billions in development financing: Cameroon’s stalled loan disbursements Despite securing billions in concessional loans from international financial institutions, Cameroon has struggled to fully utilize these funds. The shortfall in disbursements raises concerns about institutional inefficiencies and delayed project implementations. How much funding […]
AS Monaco and Newcastle United have finalized a groundbreaking agreement for the transfer of Aladji Bamba, valued at over €40 million including performance-related bonuses. The 20-year-old French-Guinean midfielder, born in Blois and of Guinean descent, has secured permission to travel to England to complete his medical examination and sign a long-term contract with the Premier […]
The Burden of Leadership in a Time of Crisis History often repeats itself in the trajectory of military leaders who ascend to power through force, only to find themselves ensnared by the very structures they helped create. A recurring pitfall is the misinterpretation of public silence—not as a reflection of fear or uncertainty, but as […]
The recent exodus of key figures from Pastef, including long-time supporters of Ousmane Sonko, has sent shockwaves through Senegal’s political sphere. What began as scattered departures has now snowballed into a full-blown crisis, reshaping the party’s future and the nation’s governance. Once united by the historic 2024 election victory, the alliance between President Bassirou Diomaye […]
The political landscape of Bénin has been shaken by an unexpected move from former President Thomas Boni Yayi, who announced his intention to take a seat in the upcoming Senate. Scheduled to be officially inaugurated on July 30, 2026, in Porto-Novo, the new chamber represents a significant evolution in the country’s institutional framework. Despite his […]
Allegations surface of Burkina Faso’s transitional leader directing online harassment campaign The head of Burkina Faso’s military-led government stands accused of orchestrating a digital militia aimed at silencing critical voices, particularly journalists. Reports highlight a coordinated network accused of spreading disinformation and targeting media professionals through coordinated online attacks. New accusations against Captain Ibrahim Traoré […]