Following the synchronized assaults on April 25 and 26 targeting key Malian locations such as Bamako, Kati, Gao, Sévaré, and Kidal, a previously unspoken question has re-emerged in Mali’s security discourse: should direct talks be initiated with jihadist organizations? Given the significant scale of the offensive, jointly executed by the Jamaat Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (Jnim), […]
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Au Sénégal, la traque des homosexuels s’intensifie
Au Sénégal, la traque des homosexuels s’intensifie Le Sénégal durcit sa répression envers les personnes homosexuelles. Un français de 30 ans a été arrêté chez lui et est toujours en prison aujourd’hui. Plus largement, des centaines d’hommes ont été arrêtés ces dernières semaines. Article rédigé par Le Journal de 20h France Télévisions Publié le 12/05/2026 […]
Political repression grows in Chad as opposition voices silenced
Political repression grows in Chad as opposition voices silenced The recent eight-year prison sentences handed down to eight leaders of the opposition coalition GCAP in Chad have sparked widespread condemnation, raising serious concerns about the erosion of political freedoms in the country. The verdict, delivered on May 8, 2026, has intensified debates about the state […]
Mali security crisis: minister Ismaël Wagué visits Bandiagara after deadly attack
In the heart of central Mali, a high-level government delegation led by Ismaël Wagué, Minister of State for Reconciliation, Peace, and National Cohesion, arrived in Bandiagara on Monday, May 11, 2026. The visit followed a devastating terrorist attack on the villages of Kori-Kori and Gomossogou in the Bankass district on May 6, which left communities […]
Niger on alert for 2026 rainy season livestock and infrastructure risks
As the rainy season approaches, Niger’s authorities are raising urgent concerns about potential livestock losses and infrastructure damage expected during the 2026 hivernage (rainy season). The Operational Centre for Monitoring, Alerting, and Crisis Management (COVACC) under the Interior Ministry has issued a strong warning to rural communities, particularly pastoralists, urging heightened vigilance. On May 11, […]
Boko Haram resurgence in Lake Chad region sparks renewed military response
The President of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, delivered a stern warning in a May 5th statement on Facebook: “We will continue this fight with unwavering resolve until this threat is completely eliminated.” His remarks came in response to a brutal assault carried out by a Boko Haram splinter faction on the military base at […]
Boko Haram resurgence in Lake Chad region sparks Chad military response
In a firm declaration, Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno vowed to intensify efforts against the persistent threat posed by Boko Haram. On May 5, he took to social media to assert: “Our resolve remains unshaken as we escalate our campaign to eliminate this danger once and for all.” His statement followed a devastating assault […]
Tchad : Boko Haram affirme être ‘plus fort que jamais’ après attaque sur base militaire
Le président du Tchad, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, a réaffirmé hier son engagement à éradiquer la menace de Boko Haram, trois jours après une attaque violente contre une base militaire sur le lac Tchad qui a fait au moins 24 morts. « Nous allons poursuivre cette lutte avec une détermination redoublée », a-t-il déclaré, selon […]
Central african transit forum: Cameroon’s ports key to regional trade
On a pivotal gathering in N’Djamena, logistics experts from Cameroon, Chad, and the Central African Republic convened to tackle persistent hurdles in regional transit. The fifth tripartite forum, held under the theme of enhancing trade fluidity, centered on slashing logistics expenses and deepening economic integration across these neighboring nations. Over two intensive days of deliberations, […]
Regional trade corridor meeting in N’Djamena
regional trade corridor meeting in N’Djamena N’Djamena is hosting the 5th tripartite forum bringing together Chad, Cameroon, and the Central African Republic to address key challenges in regional transit and trade. The event, launched on May 11, 2026, brings together customs officials, port authorities, and business operators from the three nations. The opening ceremony was […]
Senegal’s asset declaration challenge: ministers under scrutiny
The imperative of asset declaration is once again proving to be a critical test of credibility for the Senegalese executive. Reports from Dakar indicate that several government ministers are currently non-compliant with this legal obligation, despite transparency in personal wealth being a cornerstone commitment championed by the Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko administration since […]
Sénégal: two detained in 45 billion cfa arms contract investigation
A significant 45 billion CFA franc arms contract, originally sanctioned during the previous presidential term of former President Macky Sall, has reached a critical juncture in its legal scrutiny. In Dakar, two individuals implicated in the case have been remanded in custody, following a formal complaint lodged by the State Judicial Agency (AJE). The AJE […]











