Nigerien officials are showing a cautious willingness to engage with the incoming administration in Bénin. Just weeks before President-elect Romuald Wadagni is set to take office, the Foreign Minister of Niger, Bakary…
Citizen power in Senegal: historical roots, challenges and democratic renewal
The notion of citizen power in Senegal has taken center stage following the historic 2024 presidential election that brought Bassirou Diomaye Faye to power. Yet, as the dust settles on this democratic…
Côte d’Ivoire: why industrialisation drives economic growth
The industrialisation of Côte d’Ivoire has emerged as a critical conversation following a high-level press breakfast held in Abidjan-Plateau on May 8, 2026. Paul-Harry Aithnard, Regional Director of UEMOA and CEO of…
Urban greening in Burkina Faso cools cities and boosts life
A bold nationwide initiative is reshaping Burkina Faso’s urban landscape, with plans to introduce 80 new green spaces, 60 landscaped roundabouts, and 65 kilometers of tree-lined streets. These efforts mark a clear…
How Côte d’Ivoire plans to lead africa’s space economy growth
The space economy is rapidly emerging as a pivotal driver of economic growth for Côte d’Ivoire, which is now setting its sights on becoming a continental hub for space technology and innovation….
Côte d’Ivoire to host Africa’s first space economy expo in 2026
Côte d’Ivoire to host Africa’s first space economy expo in 2026 The first Africa Space Expo (ASPEX), a groundbreaking continental event focused on space economy and satellite technologies, will take place in…
Diplomatie : 22 ambassadeurs remplacés dans le cadre de la nouvelle politique étrangère du Niger – Agence Nigérienne de Presse
Le traitement chinois du tarif douanier zéro « arrive à point nommé » pour les pays africains en quête d’équité commerciale, selon un expert nigérien à la Chambre de commerce (interview) 5 mai 2026…
Ecobank Côte d’Ivoire’s bold vision: driving digital finance and industry
Ecobank Côte d’Ivoire is redefining its role in the country’s economic landscape. No longer just a provider of financial services, the bank is positioning itself as a key driver of sustainable growth…
Mali’s deepening humanitarian crisis: vital access under threat from insecurity
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is sounding a critical alarm regarding the alarming escalation of the humanitarian crisis within Mali. Persistent insecurity in the nation is severely impeding access routes, pushing millions…
Senegal gears up for a historic olympic debut with Dakar youth games
The “Africa Forward” summit, a joint initiative by France and Kenya held in Nairobi, is currently exploring the intersection of sport and national development. This mission is a top priority for Senegal,…
Youth olympic games 2026 in Dakar: Senegal’s olympic pride and challenges
youth olympic games youth olympic games 2026 in Dakar: Senegal’s olympic pride and challenges The africa forward summit, co-organized by France and Kenya, will address sport-driven development in Nairobi on Monday. This…
Togo’s political crossroads: the imperative for youth engagement
Togo is currently navigating an exceptionally distinctive juncture in its political trajectory. Following the Faure Gnassingbé administration’s completed institutional metamorphosis into a parliamentary Fifth Republic, a pervasive sense of exhaustion has settled…