Mounting Pressure in Mali’s Northern Territories Northern Mali is witnessing a sharp escalation in hostilities as the Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA), a separatist faction, intensifies its recruitment campaigns initiated at…
How Chad secured $20.5 billion in private capital for its development plan
At a time when global financing is fragmented and official development assistance is shrinking, Chad has pulled off a remarkable feat. The country’s national development plan (PND) requires total funding of $30…
Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey, Iran: the powerful rivals challenging Morocco in Africa
Diplomacy Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey, Iran: the powerful rivals challenging Morocco in Africa Mass openings of places of worship, training for preachers, charitable initiatives—Morocco’s direct competitors in Africa are leveraging their vast…
Dr Congo referendum law: what the text says about organising a vote
This edition also addresses questions on the record SpaceX IPO, the suspension of the International Criminal Court prosecutor, and a wave of anti-immigrant violence in Northern Ireland. DRC: what the referendum organisation…
Ousmane Sonko on debt restructuring: ‘we are not in absolute fixed positions, we will examine the situation lucidly’
When questioned about Senegal’s debt management and the upcoming IMF mission to Dakar, Ousmane Sonko delivered a frank assessment of his two years as prime minister while drawing clear red lines for…
Ousmane Sonko responds to calls for Diomaye Faye’s exclusion from Pastef
In Sénégal, President Diomaye Faye faces accusations from his party Pastef of betraying the ideals that brought him to power. As voices calling for his exclusion grow louder, Ousmane Sonko, in an…
Senegal’s foreign affairs chief cheikh niang pushes for stronger ties with AES states
In Dakar, Cheikh Niang stands as a seasoned diplomat determined to elevate Senegal’s diplomatic footprint, particularly with the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). With decades of experience navigating complex international relations, Niang…
Gabon president addresses parliament amid budget challenges
On 15 June 2026, the 145 deputies and 70 senators of Gabon’s parliament gather in congress to hear President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s address, as stipulated by article 93 of the constitution….
DRC-Egypt military ties: Tshisekedi orders plan for Congolese soldier training
DRC and Egypt strengthen military bonds with new training initiative for Congolese forces Illustrative image of Félix Tshisekedi during the Egyptian cooperation talks Security & Defense June 14, 2026 The President of…
Rwanda’s Kagame visits Lomé to boost Togo ties
Rwandan President Paul Kagame is set to arrive in Lomé on June 15, 2026, for an official working visit aimed at deepening diplomatic ties with Togo. His meeting with Togolese President Faure…
Mali strikes jihadist leader with drone strike in central region
The Malian Armed Forces have confirmed the elimination of a key jihadist commander linked to the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) in a precision drone strike conducted on…
Gabon’s democratic credibility tested by administrative delays
Libreville, Sunday 14 June 2026 – With less than two weeks before the deadline for political parties to comply with new legislation, an administrative controversy has resurfaced, reminding that democratic consolidation is…