Bamako has outlined a bold economic strategy to propel Mali toward sustained expansion over the next three years. The government’s newly adopted Document de programmation budgétaire et économique pluriannuelle (DPBEP) 2027-2029 sets a target of an average real economic growth rate of 6.5% annually through 2029. This ambitious plan hinges on multiple pillars, including steady […]
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Benin agriculture innovation targets cotton sector growth
a bold strategy to transform the cotton industry The upcoming 2026-2027 cotton farming season in Benin will mark a significant turning point for the West African agricultural landscape. The government has unveiled an unprecedented initiative: a performance-based incentive of 10 FCFA per kilogram for cotton producers, provided that national production reaches or exceeds the critical […]
Nigeria reintegrates nearly 10 000 former boko haram fighters
A major milestone has been reached in Nigeria’s efforts to restore peace in the northeastern region of Borno State. Authorities confirmed that nearly 10,000 former Boko Haram fighters have now been successfully reintegrated into society through a government-led rehabilitation and deradicalization program designed to encourage defections from insurgent groups. This announcement follows a graduation ceremony […]
Sonko’s controversial take on the France-Senegal match sparks debate
When national pride clashes with identity: Sonko’s divisive remarks ahead of France vs Senegal As anticipation builds for the high-stakes showdown between France and Senegal, a statement from Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal’s National Assembly, has reignited a long-standing debate. In declaring that “regardless of the outcome, it will be Africa defeating Africa,” Sonko inadvertently […]
Cameroon centralizes local tax collection under government control
In a surprising policy shift, Cameroon’s central government has revoked the authority of local municipalities to collect taxes, transferring this responsibility to the General Directorate of Taxes. While framed as a measure to combat fraud, the move contradicts the nation’s ongoing decentralization efforts. This decision has sparked mixed reactions, particularly in the eastern region’s communes […]
Gabon Restructures SEEG Utility to Improve Electricity and Water Services
Gabon Restructures SEEG Utility to Improve Electricity and Water Services LinkedIn X Email Print Save Gabon announces a sweeping restructuring of SEEG, the national water and electricity operator, aiming to separate its activities and address governance failures driving blackouts in Libreville.
Will aurelien tchouameni leave real madrid after the world cup
The summer transfer window has swung open, and Real Madrid is already making headlines. The club recently finalized deals for Marc Cucurella and Ibrahima Konaté, but the future of Aurélien Tchouaméni remains shrouded in uncertainty. Insiders suggest a potential exit for the 26-year-old French midfielder could be on the horizon once the 2026 World Cup […]
Deadly attack in Niger’s Ayorou leaves two dead, one kidnapped
The Tillabéri region has once again witnessed armed violence. On Friday, 12 June 2026, around 7 a.m., the village of Goungo Koré in the Ayorou commune was targeted by an assault carried out by an armed terrorist group. The attack claimed the lives of two civilians. Double homicide and a targeted abduction Local accounts indicate […]
Rwanda president paul kagame in Lomé to expand african single aviation market
On June 15, 2026, Rwandan President Paul Kagame embarked on a pivotal working visit to Lomé, far exceeding the usual diplomatic formalities. This trip is a calculated move with profound implications for Africa’s economic trajectory, as the continent’s civil aviation sector races toward unifying its skies. In private discussions with Togolese counterpart Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, […]
Chad validates key AMGT strategy documents for N’Djamena’s growth
Chad validates key AMGT strategy documents for N’Djamena’s growth A high-level workshop in N’Djamena has approved strategic documents for the Municipal Agency of Major Works, marking a turning point for urban development and governance in Chad’s capital. N’Djamena’s future takes shape at strategic workshop The validation workshop for the Municipal Agency of Major Works (AMGT) […]
The Branco-Sonko alliance: a friendship built on illegal favours
For several days, a controversy defying all reason has persisted. It stems from a letter written by Juan Branco, lawyer, essayist, and legal representative of Kemi Seba, addressed to Ousmane Sonko, then Prime Minister of the Republic of Senegal, which allegedly leaked on social media. In his letter dated 4 February 2025, Juan Branco outlined […]
Niger: Imf set to release nearly 18 billion fcfa
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced that it has reached a staff-level agreement with the Nigerien authorities. This paves the way for an imminent disbursement of $26.3 million (approximately 17.8 billion FCFA) aimed at supporting macroeconomic stability and accompanying the country’s structural reforms. A new breath of fresh air for Niger’s public finances. Following […]











