Year: 2026

The line separating political theatrics from ground-level realities in Burkina Faso appears to be eroding by the day. A recent military junta decision to introduce a ‘memory attire’ for commemorating…

Africa’s critical minerals challenge amid global power rivalries

Africa holds a commanding share of the world’s critical mineral reserves, the backbone of today’s energy transition and digital revolution. A landmark conference held in July 2026 explored how the…

Global tensions rise as un council meets over human rights and regional conflicts

Diplomatic clashes at the United Nations as France and the US lock horns over human rights votes. The US delegation walked out of a UN Security Council session on Monday…

Senegal’s Bassirou Diomaye Faye launches patriotic surge with new party

Dakar witnessed a historic political milestone last weekend as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially launched Kiiraay – Les Patriotes républicains, his newly formed political movement. The ceremony at the Roi…

OL – Auxerre fixé en fonction du résultat contre le Sparta Prague

Affrontant le Sparta Prague lors du troisième tour de qualification de la Ligue des champions, l’OL connaîtra la programmation définitive de son match contre Auxerre en Ligue 1 en fonction…

How the rhdp became ivory coast’s dominant political force

From rival factions to unchallenged leadership: the RHDP’s remarkable transformation Côte d’Ivoire’s political landscape has undergone a profound shift over the past two decades, marked by the rise of the…

Niger’s interior minister meets Burkina Faso’s AES commission chief in Niamey

Niamey, July 27, 2026 – High-level consultations among leaders of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) continued today against the backdrop of nationwide commemorations marking three years since the National…

Lansana Gagny Sakho on political choices and institutional loyalty in Senegal

In a candid interview, Lansana Gagny Sakho, Chairman of the Board of the Agence Nationale chargée de la Promotion des Investissements et des Grands Travaux (APIX), addressed his evolving relationship…

Former ally of Ousmane Sonko criticizes his political choices

A prominent figure within Senegal’s political landscape has made bold statements about Ousmane Sonko, a key opposition leader. Lansana Gagny Sakho, once closely aligned with Sonko but now aligned with…

Ousmane Sonko’s firm stance against delaying local elections in 2027

Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly and leader of the PASTEF party, has firmly rejected any proposal to postpone the local elections scheduled for January 2027. His declaration comes…

Niamey’s new science college receives high-level inspection