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PolitiqueAfrique Émission spéciale sur le Mali à la recherche de la paix PolitiqueAfrique Mali’s stability hangs precariously as armed group attacks intensify, plunging the nation deeper into uncertainty. The urgent questions remain: how can this deadlock be broken, and how can intercommunal harmony, fragile after years of crisis, be restored? Mali finds itself entrapped in […]
Romuald Wadagni’s election victory sets the stage for Benin’s next chapter With 94.27% of the vote in the 11 April presidential election, Romuald Wadagni has secured a decisive mandate, far surpassing his opponent Paul Hounkpè. The former Finance Minister and architect of Benin’s recent economic growth now assumes leadership at a pivotal moment for the […]
The fate of the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) has once again become a central topic in Côte d’Ivoire’s political discourse. This pivotal body, responsible for orchestrating elections across the nation, faces persistent challenges from various opposition factions. These groups contend that the CEI’s structure is unbalanced and its autonomy from the executive branch is inadequate. […]
President Emmanuel Macron recently characterized the state of affairs between France and the Sahel’s military governments as a “settling of scores.” His assertion that Paris was “repaid with ingratitude” marked, in unusually candid terms, the conclusion of a diplomatic chapter spanning over a decade. This direct statement unequivocally targets the ruling juntas in Bamako, Ouagadougou, […]
Foot, Ligue 1 Grâce à un grand Safonov, le PSG s’impose à Lens et décroche son 14e titre de champion de France Sans être brillant et avec un Matveï Safonov très solide, le PSG est allé chercher le titre ce mercredi soir en s’imposant à Lens (2-0). Les Parisiens sont champions de France pour la […]
The family of Me Mountaga Tall, a prominent Malian lawyer and influential political figure, has announced the initiation of legal proceedings following his abduction from his Bamako residence. This development, which has been circulating within legal and diplomatic circles for several days, marks a significant turn in a case that is causing considerable discomfort for […]
Senegal is redefining its maritime security strategy by entrusting coastal surveillance to Turkey, marking a significant shift in its defense partnerships. Following the withdrawal of French military forces in 2024—a move aligned with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko’s sovereignist agenda—Dakar is now turning to Ankara for enhanced maritime protection. This strategic […]
The latest cyberattack on the Sénégal’s Public Treasury underscores a troubling pattern for Dakar. Within just six months, three critical government departments have suffered breaches, thrusting the nation’s cybersecurity preparedness into sharp focus. This surge in digital intrusions coincides with the state’s accelerated push for digital transformation, which inherently expands the attack surface for malicious […]
Malians remain steadfast in their support for the army and transitional leadership, says Moussa Ag Acharatoumane Leading voices in Mali’s transition stress unity and resilience as the nation faces coordinated attacks from armed groups. The coordinated assaults of April 25, which left the Defense Minister dead and briefly placed Kidal under rebel control, have intensified […]
Tchad: opposition warns of authoritarian slide ahead of protests The political wing of the Wakit Tama movement has sounded the alarm over what it describes as a dangerous authoritarian drift in Chad, calling for nationwide mobilization on May 16, 2026. During a press briefing held to outline its concerns, the coalition highlighted the worsening political […]
Paris Saint-Germain’s Ligue 1 campaign reached a significant milestone this week, with goalkeeper Matvey Safonov delivering a standout performance against RC Lens. The Russian shot-stopper made eight crucial saves to secure a vital 2-0 win, a result that mathematically clinched the club’s fifth consecutive league title and 14th overall. Safonov’s heroics came after he returned […]
Senegal’s debt burden sparks urgent calls for smarter borrowing solutions Economists gathered in Dakar this week have urged Senegal to rethink its debt management strategy, warning that the current borrowing approach risks exacerbating the country’s financial strain. At a high-profile conference on Senegal’s debt crisis, experts presented bold alternatives to traditional multilateral lending, emphasizing the […]