Russian mercenaries in Mali: lower casualty rates explained

Security Mali Russian mercenaries in Mali: lower casualty rates explained The Africa Corps paramilitaries face fewer losses than Malian troops in jihadist attacks. Here’s why. The Africa Corps, a group…

UNOWAS review: Niger’s leadership shapes Sahel’s future

The Nigerien leadership is taking center stage in discussions about the future of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS). In Niamey, Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey,…

C64 delays July 22 march and gives ultimatum to DRC government

C64 delays July 22 march and gives ultimatum to DRC government C64 press conference Politics Monday, July 20, 2026 – 5:48 PM The Article 64 Coalition for the Defense of…

Kenya faces major cyberattack on presidential website amid rising digital threats

State House website defaced and held for ransom in latest cyber strike On Saturday, July 18, 2026, just after 2 p.m., visitors to the official Kenyan presidential portal president.go.ke encountered…

Ousmane Sonko pays respects to Jaraaf Papa Youssou Ndoye’s family in Ouakam

In a gesture of solidarity, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef movement, visited the grieving family of Jaraaf Papa Youssou Ndoye to offer his deepest condolences. An emotional tribute to…

Mali adopts stripping dual nationals of citizenship

In a decisive move reflecting its uncompromising stance, Mali’s transitional government has enacted sweeping changes to its nationality laws. During a cabinet meeting, officials approved a draft ordinance that fundamentally…

How Congo’s shadowy intelligence shaped power from 1960 to 1990

Deep beneath the surface of Kinshasa’s political life, a silent force has long dictated the rhythm of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. From the moment of its independence in…

Shadows over the nile: how congolese spies shaped power for decades

The invisible hand: how Congo’s spies rewrote the rules of power In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, power has never been seized through legislative debates or public votes. It…

Cameroon’s opposition party urges constitutional clarity amid president’s extended absence

Opposition party calls for robust constitutional frameworks as President Paul Biya’s prolonged absence raises governance concerns   President Paul Biya of Cameroon departed for a brief private visit to Europe…

Security crisis deepens in Mali as JNIM launches coordinated attacks in Mopti

The central region of Mali experienced a surge in violence on Sunday, July 19, as the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) launched a series of coordinated…

Bénin advances 1,110 civil servants to 12th grade after delays

The Bénin government has approved the financial and administrative regularization of 1,110 civil servants who were previously stuck at the 11th grade. This long-awaited decision brings immediate financial relief and…

Benin craftsmanship takes center stage with kanvo and indigo luxury push

The Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel buzzed with energy on the evening of Saturday, July 18, 2026, as the inaugural edition of La Nuit du Kanvo et de l’Indigo unfolded. Organized…