By Kadi Alhassane — Journalist
Month: October 2026
Burkina Faso raises 40 billion CFA francs on the UMOA market as budget pressures mount
On October 7, 2026, Burkina Faso returned to the UMOA financial market to borrow 40 billion CFA francs from private investors. The operation underscores a stark reality: despite a sovereignty-driven…
Niger’s fuel scarcity: official statements versus the reality on the ground
A growing disconnect between official statements and daily reality Long queues have become a familiar sight outside fuel stations across Niger, yet the authorities continue to present the situation as…
Benin’s 2027 budget bill reaches parliament with 4,757 billion FCFA
The Beninese government has taken a decisive step in preparing the 2027 fiscal year by submitting its draft finance law to the National Assembly for review and approval. The proposed…
Benin asks France to return 35 more cultural objects
Benin has formally requested that France hand back 35 additional cultural objects and historical documents. The demand was made directly to French president Emmanuel Macron by Benin’s president, Romuald Wadagni.…
Far North Cameroon: security lapses that reopened the door to Boko Haram raids
By Sidi Mohamed — Journalist
Cameroon: Anicet Ekane’s solo stand in Yaoundé as Issa Tchiroma Bakary fails to appear
By Kadi Alhassane — Journalist
Chad’s energy minister inspects 35 MW solar plant, sets non-negotiable October deadline for grid tests
By Sidi Mohamed — Journalist
Angola restates support for DRC as Tshisekedi receives Lourenço’s message on eastern security
By Kadi Alhassane — Journalist
EU launches first trade mission in Cotonou to boost Benin economic ties
Benin and the European Union have entered a new phase in their economic relationship. On Wednesday, 7 October 2026, the EU officially launched its first-ever economic mission in Cotonou, bringing…
Cotonou port delivers containers in 36-72 hours, outpacing congested West African rivals
The Autonomous Port of Cotonou (PAC) is processing container pickups in just 36 to 72 hours, a turnaround that stands out sharply against the severe congestion paralysing several neighbouring West…
Niger: five-year prison term sought for lawyer Abdourahamane Lirwana over online posts
Niamey’s judicial authorities have escalated their confrontation with a prominent lawyer, seeking a five-year prison sentence against Abdourahamane Lirwana for his social media activity. The case, which has drawn significant…