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In the heart of Central Africa, a critical question looms over the future stability of the region: should the Central African Republic entrust its security to Wagner or the Africa Corps? While President Touadéra leans toward retaining Wagner, Moscow appears determined to deploy the Africa Corps, a move that could reshape the country’s trajectory. The […]
A much-anticipated gathering organized by the Cadre National de Concertation pour le Changement (CNCC) failed to attract the expected crowd. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, the Akassimé field in Lomé remained largely empty despite aggressive promotional efforts. Instead of the projected sea of supporters, only small clusters of opposition activists answered the call from the […]
Macron criticizes Mali junta’s decision to expel french troops amid jihadist surge During a visit to Nairobi, French President Emmanuel Macron strongly criticized the Malian junta’s decision to expel French troops, calling it a strategic misstep amid escalating jihadist violence in the region. Why Macron believes the junta’s move was unwise Emmanuel Macron emphasized that […]
Across Senegal, from the bustling Dakar corniche to the historic Gorée Island, and from the airport highway to remote rural villages, tens of thousands of solar streetlights now illuminate the nation. This significant market segment is largely led by two French enterprises: Ragni, a family-owned company from the Alpes-Maritimes region, and Fonroche, an SME headquartered […]
Pape Thiaw is set to pull back the curtain on his inaugural experience leading the Sénégal national team during the Africa Cup of Nations. This intimate look is captured in a new documentary titled “L’Antre du Lion” (The Lion’s Den), which is scheduled for broadcast on RTS this coming May 17. An inside look at […]
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko led the official send-off ceremony for Senegal’s delegation en route to Nairobi for the Africa Forward summit. This high-profile event, running until May 13, 2026, brings together African heads of state, international donors, and key private sector players to shape the continent’s economic future. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, already in attendance, […]
Français Login La CAF retire la coupe au Sénégal, provoquant un tollé dans le football africain. VHO – La défaite 0-3 face au Sénégal en finale de la CAN 2025 a non seulement coûté le titre à l’équipe ouest-africaine, mais a également plongé le football africain dans une crise de confiance sans précédent. De nombreux […]
Nigerien officials are showing a cautious willingness to engage with the incoming administration in Bénin. Just weeks before President-elect Romuald Wadagni is set to take office, the Foreign Minister of Niger, Bakary Yaou Sangaré, hinted at a potential reconciliation between Niamey and Cotonou, following years of strained diplomatic ties. During an interview on the Nigerien […]
The notion of citizen power in Senegal has taken center stage following the historic 2024 presidential election that brought Bassirou Diomaye Faye to power. Yet, as the dust settles on this democratic milestone, critical questions emerge about the sustainability of this civic awakening. The abandonment of direct citizen access to the Constitutional Court—despite its inclusion […]
The industrialisation of Côte d’Ivoire has emerged as a critical conversation following a high-level press breakfast held in Abidjan-Plateau on May 8, 2026. Paul-Harry Aithnard, Regional Director of UEMOA and CEO of Ecobank Côte d’Ivoire, delivered a compelling argument for accelerated industrial development, positioning it as the only pathway to transform the nation into a […]
A bold nationwide initiative is reshaping Burkina Faso’s urban landscape, with plans to introduce 80 new green spaces, 60 landscaped roundabouts, and 65 kilometers of tree-lined streets. These efforts mark a clear shift toward greener, more breathable cities across the nation. In dusty urban centers where heat and scarcity of relaxation spots once dominated, these […]
The space economy is rapidly emerging as a pivotal driver of economic growth for Côte d’Ivoire, which is now setting its sights on becoming a continental hub for space technology and innovation. Government officials recognize that mastering satellite technologies, geospatial data processing, and derived services is crucial for enhancing national sovereignty and economic competitiveness in […]