Your go-to English source for news from Ouagadougou and Burkina Faso, updated daily.
The energy landscape in Chad is set for a transformative upgrade with the advancement of a cutting-edge 40 MW power plant project in N’Djamena, driven by a strategic collaboration with Algeria’s leading energy giant, Sonelgaz. A high-level delegation led by Sonelgaz International CEO, Yazid Djellouli, recently visited the Chadian capital to finalize technical specifications and […]
Chad Visite du commandant de la force mixte Tchad-RCA aux soldats blessés de Korbol General Moubarak Abakar Nassour Hor visited the injured soldiers from Korbol, emphasizing the critical need for their swift transfer to N’Djamena for advanced medical treatment. Alwihda Info 11 mai 2026 — 1 min de lecture Partager The commander of the Chad-Central […]
In his hometown of Mbour, the presidential coalition Diomaye Président made a deliberate move to signal a shift in its relationship with the PASTEF movement. The gathering, framed as a routine progress update, carried significant political weight, reflecting both internal power dynamics within the ruling majority and strategic preparations for upcoming elections in Senegal. Building […]
The political landscape in Chad is reeling from a fresh wave of repression. The Supreme Court’s decision to dissolve the GCAP and the subsequent eight-year prison sentences handed to its eight leading members have dealt a severe blow to what little remained of a structured opposition. Politologue Abouna Alhadj argues that this judicial crackdown is […]
Growing human rights crisis in Mali demands urgent government action The situation in Mali has taken a severe turn with a surge in fundamental rights violations against political opponents and critics, raising serious concerns about governance and security in the country. Enforced disappearances and arbitrary detentions escalate Between April 25 and 26, Mali witnessed coordinated […]
The Urban Security Directorate of Dakar has successfully exposed an elaborate network involved in the falsification of visa approval letters. This operation brings to light the increasing sophistication of irregular immigration channels that utilize Senegal as a transit point. Following a targeted intervention by law enforcement in the Senegalese capital, an individual implicated in this […]
Togo opposition unites against constitutional changes in landmark meeting In a significant move for Togo’s political landscape, a newly formed opposition coalition called the Cadre National de Concertation pour le Changement au Togo (CNCC) held its first public meeting in Lomé on Saturday, May 9th. The gathering marked the beginning of renewed efforts to challenge […]
Côte d’Ivoire advances in digital education with training of 75 inspectors In a significant move toward modernizing its education system, Côte d’Ivoire has concluded a three-day workshop in Yamoussoukro. The event brought together 75 pedagogical inspectors from 25 regional directorates (DRENAET) to enhance their digital skills as part of the Digital Skills Development for Supervisory […]
Dozens of Nigerian fishermen are believed to have perished over the last three days following aerial bombardments by the Chadian military targeting jihadist groups in northeastern Nigeria. The strikes occurred in the Lake Chad region, according to local witnesses and members of an anti-jihadist civilian task force. One source, speaking on the condition of anonymity, […]
Redefining Partnerships: A Shift Towards Mutual Growth On Monday, May 11, the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi became the focal point of diplomatic and economic discussions. The Africa-Forward Summit, jointly led by Emmanuel Macron and William Ruto, marked the beginning of a two-day event focused on fostering tangible outcomes. Departing from traditional ceremonial gatherings, […]
Youssouf Mahamat Youssouf, president of Ouaddaï provincial council, passes away in Chad Youssouf Mahamat Youssouf, a prominent figure in Chad’s administrative and political landscape, and president of the Ouaddaï provincial council, has died at the modern hospital of N’Djamena after a brief illness. The respected leader, known for his dedication to public service, had led […]
deadly airstrikes on lake Chad claim nigerian fishermen’s lives breaking news Tchad’s military targets jihadist strongholds since friday, chadian fighter jets have been striking islands in lake Chad under the control of boko haram, near the borders of Nigeria, Niger, and Chad. according to a member of an anti-jihadist self-defense group, the operations were launched […]