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Burkina Faso’s military ruler insists democracy isn’t the nation’s path Share Share Whatsapp LinkedIn Mail messenger A newly adopted charter in Burkina Faso grants junta leader Captain Ibrahim Traoré the authority to seek re-election while pushing democratic elections five years into the future. The Burkinabè people must abandon democratic aspirations, declared junta leader Captain Ibrahim […]
Unprecedented atrocities in Burkina Faso: a conflict spiraling out of control Click to expand Image Burkina Faso’s army, alongside allied militias and an Al-Qaeda-linked armed group, has killed over 1,800 civilians and forcibly displaced tens of thousands since 2023. The military junta itself commits severe abuses, fails to hold any party accountable, and restricts information […]
In the Fulfulde language, Domol Leydi translates to “Guardians of the Land.” For Niger’s government, this term now refers to newly established local defense units tasked with combating jihadist groups that have plagued the Sahel region since 2017. According to government communications quoted by Actu Niger, these civilian volunteers—recruited from local communities or former security […]
CAN 2025 title reversal: why Senegal’s victory was overturned to Morocco The CAF overturned Senegal’s African Cup of Nations title, awarding it to Morocco after an appeal. Discover the key incidents that led to this unprecedented decision and what comes next in the legal battle. Why the CAF stripped Senegal of its title and awarded […]
The legal battle over the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2025-2026 title continues to keep football fans across the continent on edge. While the tournament on the pitch has concluded, the official records remain a subject of intense judicial scrutiny. Flash update: CAF announces structural changes amid Morocco-Senegal dispute In response to the ongoing legal […]
Algeria and Niger deepen health partnership with new strategic initiatives Algeria and Niger have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral health cooperation during the second session of the Algeria-Niger Joint High Commission, held in Niamey this week. According to an official statement from the Algerian Ministry of Health, the meeting underscored a shared vision to […]
Le traitement chinois du tarif douanier zéro « arrive à point nommé » pour les pays africains en quête d’équité commerciale, selon un expert nigérien à la Chambre de commerce (interview) 5 mai 2026
The inaugural National Forum on Health Financing (FONAFIS) in Burkina Faso, which commenced in Ouagadougou on March 25, officially concluded its proceedings on March 27. The forum was inaugurated by Burkinabè Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo. This high-level gathering convened political leaders, both local and international experts, alongside technical and financial partners (TFPs). Discussions […]
March 26, 2026 – The World Bank has given its seal of approval to a substantial 150 million dollar credit from the International Development Association (IDA), earmarked to guarantee the uninterrupted delivery of critical health and education services across Mali. This vital financial injection is designed to tackle the multifaceted climate, security, and economic hurdles […]
The Appeals Jury of the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) delivered a stunning verdict two months after the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2025 final concluded on the field with a 1-0 scoreline. The panel ruled to award Morocco a 3-0 technical victory over Senegal—a decision based on the Senegalese team’s temporary exit […]
Morocco awarded CAN 2025 after Senegal walkout, Dakar appeals to TAS The Confederation of African Football (CAF) stripped Senegal of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title just two months after the final. Now, the Senegalese Football Federation has taken legal action, contesting the decision before the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). The controversy […]
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final has become the center of a massive legal dispute. Two months after their victory, the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has made the shocking decision to strip Sénégal of their title, sparking widespread confusion across the continent. In an unprecedented move, the CAF has officially overturned the results […]