As Niamey highlights the strides women make in advancing development, a counter-narrative emerges from the embattled districts of Tillabéri. While the Reach Married Adolescent (RMA) initiative is celebrated as a groundbreaking social…
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Togo’s president reinforces regional stability at Museveni’s inauguration
The scorching Kampala sun cast a golden glow over Tuesday’s inauguration ceremony, where official smiles and firm handshakes masked the weight of pressing African challenges. On May 12, 2026, the President of…
Mali rebel offensive sparks urgent political talks
The military junta led by Assimi Goïta in Mali, backed by Russian forces, faces unprecedented pressure following a coordinated assault on April 25, 2026, by jihadists from the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin…
ID4Africa 2026: Abidjan hosts pivotal digital identity conference
The Côte d’Ivoire will host the 7th annual ID4Africa General Assembly from May 12 to 15, 2026, at the Parc des Expositions de Port-Bouët in Abidjan. This year’s theme, “Digital Identity: From…
Bénin showcases industrial and financial strategy at Kenya investment forum
The Director-General of SIPI-BENIN S.A, Létondji Beheton, and the Managing Director of CDC Bénin, Maryse Lokossou, unveiled the country’s industrial and financial strategy during the Africa Forward | Inspire & Connect event…
Mali’s escalating crisis: jihadist and rebel surge challenges the junta and russian security
The coordinated assaults by Jama’a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin (JNIM) and the Front de libération de l’Azawad (FLA) on April 25, 2026, represent a significant strategic shift since 2012. By striking simultaneously…
Bénin strengthens border security with new US-backed MIDAS system at Hillacondji
In a strategic move to modernize its border management capabilities, the government of Bénin, in collaboration with the United States, has achieved a significant milestone. The Hillacondji border post is now equipped…
The fall of Kidal and Russia’s controversial withdrawal from Mali
April 26, 2026, will be remembered as a somber day for Mali. On this date, Kidal, a city Bamako viewed as a pivotal symbol of its re-established sovereignty, once again fell into…
Burkina Faso: junta suspends nearly a thousand associations amid anti-terrorism drive
In Burkina Faso, authorities have taken action against a significant number of organizations. A total of 811 associations have been suspended due to the “non-renewal of their governing bodies,” while an additional…
Boko Haram retreats from Lake Chad after joint military strikes
Boko Haram retreats from Lake Chad after joint military strikes Breaking news Militants from the jihadist group Boko Haram have abandoned several of their strongholds on the shores of Lake Chad following…
Chad’s GCAP: navigating its future after executive convictions
Chad’s GCAP: navigating its future after executive convictions Experts address crucial questions surrounding the future trajectory of GCAP in Chad. By Cécile Mboua — Political News Writer
Senegal’s centif report highlights financial vigilance for national sovereignty
The National Financial Intelligence Processing Unit (CENTIF) of Senegal has released its 2025 activity report, an annual publication that details the state of the nation’s efforts to combat money laundering and the…