Burkina Faso’s leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, a 36-year-old with newly acquired captain’s insignia, presides over a presidential palace he seized, having abolished democratic elections. This convenient move eliminates the need to engage…
Author: Cécile Mboua
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Burkina Faso’s leadership under fire: Unveiling the human cost of conflict
Captain Ibrahim Traoré, a 36-year-old military leader, now occupies the presidential palace, a position secured without electoral mandate following the abolition of democratic processes. This convenient shift allows for direct communication with…
Burkina Faso leader rejects democracy, urges nation to move on
In a televised address that has sent shockwaves across West Africa, Burkina Faso’s military ruler has declared that democracy is not the solution for his country and urged citizens to abandon the…
Crimes against humanity in Burkina Faso: a deepening crisis
Unprecedented atrocities in Burkina Faso: a conflict spiraling out of control Click to expand Image Burkina Faso’s army, alongside allied militias and an Al-Qaeda-linked armed group, has killed over 1,800 civilians and…
CAN 2025 title reversal: why Senegal’s victory was overturned to Morocco
CAN 2025 title reversal: why Senegal’s victory was overturned to Morocco The CAF overturned Senegal’s African Cup of Nations title, awarding it to Morocco after an appeal. Discover the key incidents that…
Sénégal loses african cup title after can 2025 controversy
Sports why Senegal lost its African Cup title after CAN 2025 controversy The CAF has stripped Senegal of its African Cup title, awarding it to Morocco after an appeal. How can a…
Kemi Seba’s alleged audio leaks: a deepening political crisis in west africa
The internet is in an uproar following the release of several audio recordings attributed to Pan-Africanist activist Kemi Seba. These recordings, whose authenticity is currently the subject of heated debate, suggest direct…
Celebrating fifty years of Chinese medical cooperation in Niger: a legacy of health and solidarity
On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, the Hôpital Général de Référence in Niamey hosted a landmark ceremony to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Chinese medical team‘s presence in Niger. The event was…
Feature: The information frontline — Press freedom and the security crisis in the Sahel – ipi.media
Share Share on Facebook Share on Bluesky Share on LinkedIn Share Executive summary Following a series of military coups in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, press freedom in the three Sahel countries…
Burkina Faso explores local funding solutions for sexual and reproductive health
Local financing emerges as key strategy for sexual and reproductive health in Burkina Faso amid funding gaps The African Media Network for Health and Environment Promotion (REMAPSEN) convened a critical discussion on…
Togo’s diplomacy under Faure Gnassingbé amid Russia, ECOWAS and AES tensions
Togo’s diplomatic maneuvers often speak volumes without uttering a word. On March 9, 2026, Russia’s Defense Minister, Andreï Belousov, touched down in Lomé by plane, only to be greeted the following day…
Senegal demands international corruption probe after can 2025 final forfeiture
CAN 2025: Senegal calls for international inquiry into CAF ‘corruption suspicions’ Crédit photo, Président de la République du Sénégal/Facebook The Senegalese government has issued a strong and immediate response to the decision…