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The National Superior Police School in Porto-Novo, Bénin, recently inaugurated a series of advanced preparatory courses on Wednesday, May 14, 2026. These crucial programs are designed for aspiring leaders seeking the Higher Diploma in Security Studies (Bess), the Staff Diploma for Security Forces (Demes), and the Special Staff Diploma for Security Forces, marking a significant […]

This Saturday, May 16, marks a somber anniversary: one full year since the prominent Chadian opposition figure, Succès Masra, was first incarcerated. As his party, Les Transformateurs, reflects on this milestone, questions arise about the future and resilience of the political movement he founded. The former Prime Minister and head of Les Transformateurs party received […]

For decades, May in Senegal has symbolized a season of heightened social activism, rooted in historical movements like the global labor day on May 1st and the influential Mai 68 protests that reshaped labor and education systems across Francophone Africa. Today, the country is experiencing another wave of dissent, with multiple sectors erupting in parallel […]

Côte d’Ivoire anticipates potential sheep shortage for Tabaski Concerns are mounting across Côte d’Ivoire following Burkina Faso’s recent decision to indefinitely suspend its livestock exports. With the significant Muslim festival of Tabaski just ten days away, the impact of this ban is keenly felt in a nation that relies heavily on imported animals for its […]

Abidjan has inaugurated the third annual mobile phones and applications exhibition, underscoring Côte d’Ivoire’s strategic commitment to developing a comprehensive mobile digital ecosystem, engaging both local and international stakeholders. This significant event brings together device manufacturers, application developers, telecommunications operators, and government officials. In Côte d’Ivoire, smartphones have become the primary gateway to internet access […]

The situation surrounding Succès Masra has now entered its second year, drawing considerable attention from Western diplomatic missions monitoring Chad’s transitional government. Arrested twelve months ago in N’Djamena, the former Prime Minister and leader of Les Transformateurs party is currently serving a twenty-year prison sentence. His sister, Chancelle Masra, residing in France, has decided to […]

Tchad denies civilian strike allegations amid Boko Haram operations Breaking news. The Chadian government has firmly rejected accusations from the United Nations regarding civilian casualties during military operations against Boko Haram in the Lake Chad region. N’Djamena, however, has indicated its willingness to conduct investigations into the allegations. N’Djamena defends its armed forces The Chadian […]

The highly anticipated decision has been made official. At a congress held in Abidjan, the Parti des peuples africains-Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) reaffirmed Laurent Gbagbo as its president, a move that underscores the enduring influence of the 81-year-old former head of state. The vote, concluded on May 14, 2026, marks his continued leadership of the party […]

Chad’s government has vehemently dismissed allegations from the United Nations regarding civilian fatalities during anti-Boko Haram airstrikes in the Lake Chad basin. During a press briefing on Thursday, May 14, authorities demanded concrete evidence and extended an invitation for an independent investigative mission to visit the region. The UN had previously stated on Sunday that […]

Senegal’s bold move: challenging oil majors for fairer terms Dakar is preparing to take legal action against major oil companies BP and Woodside to renegotiate their contracts. During a high-level discussion at the Africa CEO Forum, Khadim Bamba Diagne, Permanent Secretary of Senegal’s Strategic Orientation Committee for Petroleum and Gas, made it clear that no […]

Chad halts Chinese oil firm’s operations over environmental concerns In a significant move, Chad has ceased the operations of the state-owned Chinese petroleum company, CNPCI, since mid-August. This decision stems from severe violations of environmental standards. The Chadian Minister of Petroleum subsequently declared an extensive audit of all oil companies operating nationwide. My reporting confirms […]

The national finals of the Chinese language competition in Chad have become a cornerstone event, reinforcing cultural and academic bonds between Chad and China after six years of fruitful collaboration through the Confucius Institute at the University of N’Djamena. Hosted at the Mother-Child Humanities University campus, this year’s edition brought together students demonstrating exceptional linguistic […]