The prospect of a potential report des élections au Sénégal has once again ignited intense political debate in Dakar. Following an initial strong stance from Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, El Malick Ndiaye,…
Month: August 2026
Nigeria’s escalating security challenges: regional tensions, kidnapping wave, and the push for state policing
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Nigéria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent remarks regarding the roots of insecurity in northern Nigeria have gained significant attention as the nation grapples with…
Gabon raises civil service recruitment age to 40 — a bold move or a risky gamble?
Gabon has just taken a bold step in reshaping its civil service recruitment framework. Under the guidance of Public Service Minister Laurence Ndong, the government has raised the maximum recruitment age to…
Gabon turns away from France: 78% hold negative views
In a stark shift, public sentiment in Gabon toward France has plummeted to historic lows. The latest Afrobarometer findings reveal that 78% of surveyed Gabonese citizens view French influence as unfavorable, a…
Benin’s sovereign debt rating upgraded by moody’s to ba3 with stable outlook
Benin’s sovereign debt rating has climbed another rung on the ladder. By upgrading the country’s long-term debt assessment from B1 to Ba3, Moody’s has positioned Cotonou within the “BB/Ba” category of sovereign…
Sahel states express regret over nigerian president’s security remarks
Burkina Faso’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré, hosted the Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Ouagadougou on Thursday. This diplomatic encounter followed recent…
A firm stand on Senegal’s local elections: no postponement
The discussion surrounding the date for Senegal’s upcoming local elections has intensified. Following Ousmane Sonko’s appeal to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to promptly establish the election schedule, Deputy El Malick Ndiaye has…
Kauno Žalgiris faces Dinamo Zagreb in crucial Champions League return
Kauno Žalgiris vs Dinamo Zagreb: a must-win clash for European pride The third qualifying round’s return leg in Kaunas pits Kauno Žalgiris against Dinamo Zagreb under the UEFA Champions League spotlight. After…