The era of theatrical manipulation and political rally slogans has definitively ended. The moment of national reckoning is upon us. From my vantage point as the National Delegate for Political Life at…
Category: Analysis
Togo: unanswered questions over children killed under Faure Gnassingbé
From Soweto to Lomé: infanticide as a political shield The African continent observed the Day of the African Child on June 16. This year’s theme centered on universal access to water, sanitation,…
Burkina Faso: the gap between fiscal slogans and international loans
In Baku, Minister Aboubakar Nacanabo recently signed a new financing agreement with the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC). This financial injection—covering fuel, cereals, fertilizers, and support for small and medium enterprises—is…
Burkina Faso gold deal with Russia stirs sovereignty concerns
Under the banner of breaking colonial ties and diversifying partnerships, the transitional regime’s strategic and financial decisions in Burkina Faso prompt a critical question: is the nation genuinely achieving independence or merely…
Lomé’s shadow over Niamey airport attack
The attack that took place on Thursday, June 18, 2026, has sent shockwaves across West Africa. Just as negotiations for reopening the border between Bénin and Niger were entering a decisive phase,…
Bénin expands agricultural funding partnerships with 12.57 billion FCFA from Islamic Development Bank
Bénin has taken a significant step in its food sovereignty strategy. The Islamic Development Bank (BID) has released 12.57 billion FCFA to modernise the country’s agricultural sector. This substantial funding prioritises restoring…
Togo’s surveillance affair: between regime paranoia and social media spectacle
The mass surveillance affair in Togo has reached a critical turning point in the ongoing political and media upheaval. In recent disclosures, journalist Thomas Dietrich has leveled accusations at a highly strategic…
War effort and new taxes in Mali: the paradox of citizen sacrifice
The weight of taxes on Mali’s struggling households On June 16, 2026, the Malian government delivered a harsh blow to the average citizen. In an official statement, the Ministry of Economy and…
Security challenges mount for Burkina Faso as jnim intensifies attacks in ouahigouya
The security landscape in Burkina Faso continues to deteriorate as militant factions escalate their offensive operations. On June 17, 2026, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), affiliated with…
Csc fines canal+ for disrupting public channels in Burkina Faso
Sovereignty vs. economic constraints in Burkina Faso’s media landscape The Conseil supérieur de la Communication (CSC) has imposed a 50 million FCFA fine on Canal+ for suspending access to Burkina Faso’s public…
Burkina Faso cement crisis: Faso Mêbo’s role under scrutiny
The soaring price of cement in Burkina Faso has left citizens struggling to afford basic building materials, casting a shadow over the nation’s construction sector. While authorities attribute the crisis to the…
Investigation reveals Faso Mêbo agency’s dual face: showcase projects and financial irregularities
The Faso Mêbo agency: a symbol of national reconstruction or a veil for financial opacity? Established by Burkina Faso’s transitional authorities as a cornerstone of national rebuilding and the restoration of sovereignty,…