Economie Oil, power and justice: Perenco at the heart of a French corruption probe One of the most influential players in Africa’s energy sector is now facing a judicial storm whose effects…
Author: Cécile Mboua
Journalist
After constitutional council ruling on ousmane sonko, FDR calls for broad opposition front
After the constitutional council decision on ousmane sonko FDR calls for a united front against the government The Front for the Defence of Democracy and the Republic (FDR) has responded to…
Senegal Constitutional Council avoids Sonko case with convenient incompetence ruling
From audacity to avoidance: the Constitutional Council’s shift On 15 February 2024, Senegal’s Constitutional Council surprised observers with its daring stance. Faced with a major institutional crisis, it fully embraced its…
Côte d’Ivoire takes a decisive step to professionalise domestic work
The Ivorian government has reaffirmed its commitment to professionalising and formalising domestic work, a critical sector for both the national economy and the daily lives of countless households. Speaking on behalf of…
Bénin lawmakers convene for urgent budget and mediator law revisions
Bénin lawmakers convene for urgent budget and mediator law revisions Members of the 10th legislature will gather this Friday at the Palais des Gouverneurs to consider two bills under an accelerated procedure….
Senegal political crisis: faye vs sonko power struggle reshapes institutions
After jointly championing the transformative agenda of the Pastef party (African Patriots of Senegal for Work, Ethics and Brotherhood) since it took power in March 2024, Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko…
AFC/M23 blasts mediators’ silence as Kinshasa undermines peace efforts in eastern DRC
On Thursday, the AFC/M23 movement, through its political coordinator Corneille Nangaa, strongly condemned what it called the “irresponsible” and “war-mongering” statements made by President Félix Tshisekedi during a speech in Houston, United…
Morocco and Gambia strengthen strategic ties as president Barrow sends key message to Rabat
Diplomatic relations between Morocco and The Gambia reached a new milestone of cooperation in Rabat on Thursday. Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita held talks with his Gambian counterpart, Sering Modou Njie, who…
How Morocco turned islam into a shield against extremism
After the 2003 Casablanca bombings, Morocco chose more than just a security crackdown. It launched a sweeping religious reform to train imams and counter extremist preaching, building a unique model over two…
Niger airport attack and DRC constitutional vote top African debate
This week’s edition covers major developments in Africa and beyond. The Support Group for Islam and Muslims (Jnim) has claimed responsibility for Thursday’s attack on Niamey airport, six months after a previous…
Ibrahima Konaté joins Real Madrid, Mbappé reacts during World Cup
Ibrahima Konaté and Kylian Mbappé are set to become club teammates after the World Cup. The French defender has completed his transfer to Real Madrid, announced officially on Thursday. Konaté left Liverpool…
Olivier Giroud reveals where Ayyoub Bouaddi could play next season
The Paris Saint-Germain board appears to have set its sights on Ayyoub Bouaddi during this transfer window, which coincides with the World Cup he is playing for Morocco since last week. His…