Your go-to English source for news from Ouagadougou and Burkina Faso, updated daily.
Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara expressed his satisfaction following an unprecedented financial mobilization of over 47,000 billion F CFA (approximately $80 billion) for the country’s 2026-2030 National Development Plan (PND). This historic achievement underscores the strong international confidence in Côte d’Ivoire’s economic stability and strategic vision. Speaking at the close of the Consultative Group meeting for […]
President Alassane Ouattara expressed deep satisfaction following the unprecedented financial mobilization achieved for Côte d’Ivoire’s ambitious National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030. Speaking at the conclusion of the Consultative Group meeting held on July 8-9, he highlighted the overwhelming international confidence in the country’s economic stability and growth trajectory. The two-day gathering in Abidjan brought together […]
Two African capitals, two distinct interpretations of legal sovereignty The capital cities of Sénégal and Togo are currently showcasing sharply contrasting philosophies regarding the enforcement of constitutional law. Recent landmark decisions by their highest judicial bodies have underscored two fundamentally different visions of institutional authority and its limits. Dakar’s judicial guardianship upholds constitutional supremacy In […]
The diplomatic ballet continues in Lomé, confirming Togo’s central role in resolving crises on the continent. In an official mission to the Togolese capital, Congo’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Francophonie, and Congolese Affairs Abroad Constant-Serge Bounda was received by President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé in audience on July 9, 2026. This high-level meeting fits into a […]
On Thursday, July 9, 2026, the nation of Senegal was struck by the sudden passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the esteemed Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo. The news sent ripples of sorrow through religious and political circles alike. In response, Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, took to Facebook to […]
The President of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has conveyed his heartfelt condolences following the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the spiritual leader of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo, who died on July 9, 2026. In a statement shared on social media, Sonko expressed profound sorrow over the loss of the revered religious […]
In a heartfelt tribute, Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal’s National Assembly, conveyed his deepest condolences following the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the spiritual leader of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo. The revered guide passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026, leaving a profound void in the religious and cultural landscape of the […]
Dakar — Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, conveyed his heartfelt condolences following the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the revered Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo, which occurred on Thursday, July 9, 2026. In a poignant Facebook post, Sonko honored the late religious leader’s legacy and extended his deepest sympathies […]
The President of the National Assembly of Sénégal, Ousmane Sonko, conveyed his heartfelt condolences following the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the spiritual leader of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo, on July 9, 2026. In a Facebook post, Sonko expressed profound sorrow over the loss of the revered religious figure, extending his deepest […]
Togo strengthens ties with Russia and Africa Corps amid security shifts Lomé is recalibrating its defense strategy as jihadist threats intensify across the Sahel. The Togolese government has quietly forged new security partnerships with regional and global actors, including Russia’s Africa Corps and Turkey, signaling a strategic pivot in its counterterrorism approach. Behind the scenes: […]
The small West African nation of Togo is quietly reshaping its security strategy in response to rising jihadist threats from the Sahel. Since 2025, Lomé has quietly forged new military alliances with Moscow’s Africa Corps, while deepening cooperation with Ankara for aerial and logistical support. These covert defense partnerships come as jihadist groups intensify attacks […]
Ministers from across Africa and international partners convened in Abidjan to chart a bold new course for the continent’s critical minerals, aiming to turn a $29.5 trillion resource into an engine for economic, industrial, and social transformation. The gathering focused on local value creation, sustainable financing, and the development of regional supply chains to meet […]