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Three years have passed since Niger fell under the control of a military junta, a period marked by political upheaval, economic decline, and a worsening security landscape. What was initially framed as a historic turning point to restore national sovereignty and stability has instead left the country grappling with deepening hardships that show no signs […]
Lire dans l’app Résumé Yves Plumey Bobo Journalist specializing in Cameroon Chantal Biya Franck Biya Paul Biya
The Moroccan government is intensifying its efforts to secure the necessary funding for the Africa Atlantique Gas Pipeline (GAA), a project developed in partnership with Nigeria. Rabat is seeking to mobilize $26 billion from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (US Exim Bank) and the World Bank, according to Ambassador Youssef Amrani… The Moroccan […]
In a significant political development in Senegal, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially unveiled his own political movement, “Kiiraay, les patriotes républicains,” this past Saturday. This launch follows his notable separation in May from former ally Ousmane Sonko and marks President Faye’s formal independence from the Pastef party. The name “Kiiraay,” meaning “protection” in Wolof, […]
Sénégal : Bassirou Diomaye Faye crée son parti et acte sa rupture avec Ousmane Sonko Actus. Le président sénégalais Bassirou Diomaye Faye a officiellement lancé samedi à Dakar son nouveau parti politique, baptisé Kiiraay. Cette création marque la rupture définitive avec son ancien mentor et ex-Premier ministre Ousmane Sonko, avec lequel il avait pourtant conquis […]
Afrique Renforcement des liens militaires entre la Libye et le Tchad Le général Saddam Haftar a rencontré le président tchadien Mahamat Déby Itno à N’Djamena pour discuter de coopération militaire et sécuritaire, renforçant ainsi les relations entre la Libye et le Tchad. Alwihda Info 26 juil. 2026 — 1 min de lecture Partager Le vice-commandant […]
In a significant move reshaping the political landscape of Sénégal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially launched his new political party, Kiiraay. This establishment marks a notable development following his widely reported separation from his former political mentor and ex-Premier Minister, Ousmane Sonko. The inauguration of Kiiraay signals a fresh direction for Faye, a prominent figure […]
Côte d’Ivoire cybersecurity has reached a significant milestone. Ivorian authorities have officially inaugurated the national Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), a system designed to issue and manage electronic certificates crucial for authenticating identities, securing transactions, and facilitating digital exchanges. Simultaneously, Abidjan has commenced the development of its forthcoming national cybersecurity strategy, slated to cover the 2026-2030 […]
Across the Sahel-Saharan strip, the political and security landscape is marked by intensifying strain. The military administrations governing Burkina Faso and Niger, key members of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), are experiencing heightened pressure. This arises from the Burkinabe leadership tightening its grip on its own officials, coupled with a Nigerien rebel faction announcing […]
The countdown has begun for the Cameroonian economy. The Hilli Episeyo, a floating liquefaction unit stationed off the coast of Kribi since 2018, is set to exit national waters in July 2026. This departure marks the conclusion of the contract between its owner, Golar, and the Société Nationale des Hydrocarbures (SNH). In its economic review […]
United States mulls military strikes against Mali’s JNIM amid Africa Corps setbacks The administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly evaluating the possibility of authorizing targeted military strikes against the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al Qaeda-affiliated militant organization active in Mali. This potential shift in strategy comes […]
In Burkina Faso, the struggle for press freedom has expanded beyond traditional newsrooms and field reporting, now encompassing the digital realm through orchestrated online harassment campaigns and strategic use of social media. A compelling investigation, published on July 23, 2026, by the NGO Reporters Without Borders (RSF), directly implicates the head of the military junta, […]