Morocco recently reiterated its firm commitment to enhancing the protection of minors impacted by armed conflicts. Addressing the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) on Wednesday, the nation underscored the critical…
Month: September 2026
Senegal secures $2.2 billion imf agreement for financial stability
The Senegalese government and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) teams have reached a staff-level agreement for a 36-month program under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF). This crucial support, valued at nearly $2.2…
Ousmane Sonko demands transparency on new IMF-Senegal accord
Ousmane Sonko, the former Prime Minister and current President of the National Assembly, has voiced his strong opinion regarding the recent agreement between the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the government of…
Sénégal secures $2.2 billion imf funding with debt restructuring commitment
Sénégal has successfully secured a substantial financial package from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), amounting to $2.2 billion. This critical development comes as the government in Dakar formally agrees to undertake a…
The Sahel States Alliance: confronting challenges in joint defense operations
One year following the formal establishment of its charter and the creation of its confederation, the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, frequently faces scrutiny regarding its…
Lions Club International governor commences regional tour in Côte d’Ivoire, backs PND 2026-2030
Mr. Jean Pierre HILLAH, the newly appointed Governor of Lions Club International District 403-A2, initiated his official tour across the four nations within his district, commencing with a significant visit to Côte…
Togo’s banking sector and public contracts: navigating the debt dilemma
A common lament echoes among local entrepreneurs engaged in Togo’s public procurement sector: «Banks are no longer supporting us.» This sentiment highlights a significant hurdle for the nation’s private businesses. Small and…
Niamey’s fragile peace: unrest simmers within Niger’s military ranks
A fragile calm has settled over Niamey this Monday, August 31st. Yet, beneath the re-established quiet of the streets, a palpable tension lingers in the Nigerien capital following a weekend of extraordinary…
Niger: a new coup attempt highlights tiani’s vulnerability and Sahel alliance limits
Following the attempted coup on August 29, Niger’s ruling administration appears more vulnerable than ever. The intervention of Russian forces and the announced military backing from Algeria stand in stark contrast to…
Senegal’s political crossroads: the evolving dynamic between Ousmane Sonko and Bassirou Diomaye Faye
The dynamic between the executive and parliamentary powers inevitably raises a fundamental question: how far can the legislative branch go when it seeks to influence the choices of the President of the…
Cameroon launches major tender for 60,000 tons of domestic gas
The domestic gas market in Cameroon is advancing to a new phase following the launch of a competitive tender on September 1, 2026. This initiative seeks bids for 60,000 metric tons of…