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what is the unified force AES and why does it matter? The unified force AES (FU-AES) represents a historic milestone in military cooperation between Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. Established to address escalating security challenges, this multinational force brings together 5,000 troops under the command of General Daouda Traoré from Burkina Faso. The creation of […]
Morocco ready to shine at CAN 2025: a fan’s perspective As the CAN 2025 approaches, football fever grips Morocco. The country hasn’t hosted the Africa Cup of Nations since 1988, but this time, everything points to a spectacular tournament. Among the most passionate supporters is Ibrahim, a 20-year-old sports management student, who refuses to accept […]
The 2025 National Anti-Corruption Week in Mali officially commenced on December 9, 2025, in Bamako. Mamoudou Kassogué, the Minister of Justice and Human Rights, inaugurated this significant event, designed to inform the public about ongoing anti-corruption initiatives. The central theme, carried over from the previous year, is: « Uniting with youth against corruption: shaping tomorrow’s integrity ». […]
Fada N’Gourma – While poliomyelitis remains a formidable threat, it is entirely preventable through immunization. Across Burkina Faso, dedicated mothers are taking a stand, ensuring their children receive life-saving protection against diseases that can be stopped with a simple vaccine. In the Sector 9 Health and Social Promotion Center (CSPS) area of Fada N’Gourma, Nadège […]
In 2025, the Sahel region of West Africa faced an alarming escalation in militant activity, with armed groups expanding their operations beyond traditional strongholds. This shift has intensified economic warfare tactics, disrupting regional stability and challenging the authority of military-led governments in countries including Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Benin, and Nigeria. militant groups expand operations […]
Military instability continues to plague West Africa, with the latest crisis unfolding in Benin. Since early 2020, the region has witnessed multiple coups d’état across Sahel nations, Guinea, and most recently Guinea-Bissau. These political upheavals have reshaped power dynamics and raised concerns about regional security. Several military juntas in Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali have […]
West and Central Africa in urgent need: UN appeals for 5.1 billion dollars The United Nations and its partners have launched a critical appeal for 5.1 billion dollars as part of the 2026 global humanitarian funding drive totaling 33 billion dollars. This funding aims to support 24 million of the most vulnerable individuals across West […]
UN seeks billions for urgent West and Central Africa humanitarian response Aide humanitaire The United Nations, alongside its dedicated partners, is urgently seeking $5.1 billion to address the escalating humanitarian crisis across West and Central Africa. This vital sum forms a portion of the broader $33 billion global humanitarian appeal for 2026, targeting assistance for […]
The Bénin has become the latest addition to a troubling trend sweeping across West Africa: military takeovers. On Sunday, soldiers stormed the state television network, declaring the overthrow of President Patrice Talon and the dissolution of the government. Within hours, however, officials confirmed the coup had been thwarted, with the military reaffirming its commitment to […]
coup d’état thwarted in Bénin: fugitive putschists still at large Following a tense Sunday marked by armed intrusion at the national television headquarters in Cotonou, military personnel claimed to have ousted President Patrice Talon. Yet, by evening, the Head of State declared the situation “fully under control” during a televised address. While authorities continue their […]
Benin authorities confirm thwarting coup attempt Gunfire was reported in the economic capital, and soldiers had blocked access to the presidential palace. Authorities in Benin declared on Sunday that they successfully thwarted a coup attempt aimed at deposing President Patrice Talon. The President confirmed the situation was “totally under control,” and the West African bloc […]
Accueil International Afrique Tentative de coup d’État au Bénin, la présidence dit garder le contrôle Des militaires ont annoncé dimanche matin à la télévision publique du Bénin avoir “démis de ses fonctions” le président Patrice Talon, dont l’entourage a affirmé à l’AFP qu’il était en sécurité et que l’armée reprenait le contrôle. AFP Agence Publié […]