In the annals of Benin’s military history, few appointments have carried as much symbolic weight as the recent selection of Captain Elvire Toupe as Aide-de-Camp to the Head of State. This unprecedented…
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Senegal democracy icon abdoulaye wade turns 100: sonko’s heartfelt tribute
As Senegal marks a historic milestone, Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, has paid a moving tribute to former President Abdoulaye Wade on his 100th birthday. In a heartfelt message shared…
Three years of eu-backed human rights support in Chad evaluated
On May 28, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) country office in N’Djamena hosted an evaluation workshop focused on the three-year project titled « Strengthening Civil Society Organizations Promoting…
Niger visa scandal shakes spain’s diplomatic mission in Niamey
Spain withdraws consul in Niamey amid Schengen visa trafficking scandal The Spanish government has quietly but decisively recalled its consul in Niamey, following the dismantling of a high-profile trafficking network selling Schengen…
Benin defence advisor appointed to bolster presidential security
The President of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, made a significant strategic appointment on May 28, 2026, naming General Bertin Bada, Air Force commander, as the new Advisor to the President on Defence and…
Uefa changes champions league final kick-off time to 6 pm for strategic reasons
UEFA moves Champions League final to 6 pm for practical and commercial benefits A shift from the traditional 9 pm start time aims to enhance logistics, fan experience, and global accessibility. May…
Jihadist groups in Mali target chinese gold miners for funding
Gold mining operations in Mali’s volatile northern regions have become a lucrative target for armed groups seeking to finance their insurgencies. Recent reports confirm that the Group for the Support of Islam…
Senegal debt crisis: sonko’s exit and the fmi negotiations
The departure of Ousmane Sonko from Senegal’s political landscape has reignited discussions about the country’s escalating debt crisis and its potential implications for negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). As Dakar…
Senegal debt talks: can sonko’s exit pave way for imf program
Thaïs Brouck Economic Journalist and Macro-Economics Specialist Ousmane Sonko Kristalina Georgieva Bassirou Diomaye Faye IMF Senegal’s debt crisis: a shifting political landscape Senegal stands at a critical juncture as political developments reshape…
Chad moves toward resolution between judges and security minister
Chad moves toward resolution between judges and security minister Tensions between Chad’s judiciary and the Minister of Public Security and Immigration have reached a turning point following a high-level meeting in N’Djamena….
Niger’s quest for sovereignty hindered by mounting debt obligations
The lofty rhetoric surrounding the notion of ‘reclaimed sovereignty’ and the severance of ties with international financial institutions is now colliding with stark realities in Niamey. While the National Council for the…
Togo’s northern food crisis: a test of governance under faure gnassingbé
The World Food Programme has issued a stark warning regarding an impending humanitarian crisis, as the far northern regions of Togo descend into severe vulnerability. Analysts attribute this escalating situation to systemic…