Niger’s leadership has taken a proactive stance in shaping the future of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS). In Niamey, Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey, Chair of the…
Author: Cécile Mboua
Journalist
C64 delays July 22 march and gives government until August 15 to initiate dialogue
The Coalition Article 64 for the defense of constitutional order (C64) has announced the postponement of its peaceful march originally scheduled for July 22 in front of the Palais de la Nation…
Sonko pays tribute to Jaraaf Papa Youssou Ndoye’s family in Ouakam
The leader of the Pastef movement, Ousmane Sonko, paid a solemn visit to Ouakam to extend his deepest condolences to the bereaved family of Jaraaf Papa Youssou Ndoye, a respected community figure…
Unveiling the invisible hand shaping Congo’s power
July 20, 2026 By: Editorial Team Politics the shadow network that shaped Congo’s political destiny Share FacebookXWhatsAppLinkedinEmail Print By Gilbert MUHIKA / Political Analyst In the Democratic Republic of Congo, power has…
Cameroon’s political party urges constitutional clarity amid presidential absence
Cameroon’s opposition party pushes for stronger constitutional safeguards as president’s prolonged absence raises concerns Paul Biya, Cameroon’s long-serving president, remains overseas over 40 days after a brief private trip to Europe, leaving…
Mali faces escalating insecurity as jnim strikes Mopti region
The Mopti region in Mali witnessed another surge in violence on Sunday, July 19, as the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) launched a series of coordinated attacks against…
Benin civil service promotion unlocks 12th grade for over 1100 officials
The Beninese government has finalized financial and administrative regularization for 1,110 public servants who were previously blocked at the 11th grade level. This long-awaited move brings immediate financial relief to civil servants…
Bénin and World Bank unveil decade-long plan for jobs and human capital
Bénin and World Bank launch transformative decade-long initiative for jobs and human capital A groundbreaking partnership between Bénin and the World Bank Group officially kicked off in Cotonou on Friday, July 17,…
DRC president skips un summit amid domestic priorities
In a surprising turn of events, President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo has announced he will not attend the high-profile United Nations Security Council meeting in New York on…
Togo faces scrutiny over foreign military presence
In any functioning democracy, matters concerning national defense are inherently sensitive. Military operations, intelligence activities, and strategic partnerships often operate beyond public scrutiny. However, perpetual secrecy—especially on issues of national significance—can breed…
Burkina Faso: the nation’s struggle for security amidst shifting leadership
Burkina Faso once stood out for its relative stability rather than its misfortunes. This era, however, was not without its detractors. Blaise Compaoré faced accusations of centralizing power, stifling political discourse, and…
Benin constitutional court reviews lessons from april 12 presidential vote
Bénin Benin’s constitutional court analyzes insights from april presidential election The Constitutional Court of Benin wrapped up a five-day seminar on Friday, July 17, in Agoué, evaluating the presidential election held on…