Togo political opening after years of opposition restrictions

The opposition in Togo has achieved a significant milestone by securing authorization for a public gathering in Lomé this past Saturday, marking the first such event in years. This development…

Togo political climate shifts as opposition gains assembly rights

After years of bans on public gatherings, Togo’s opposition coalition has secured permission to hold a major rally in Lomé. The landmark event signals a possible easing of political restrictions—or…

Political openings brewing in Togo after years of restrictions

After years of stringent clampdowns on public demonstrations, Togo’s opposition has successfully organized a permitted gathering in Lomé. Held this past weekend, the event has sparked fresh debate: is this…

Controversial fuel convoy reveals alleged ties between Burkina Faso officials and terrorism

In a dramatic twist that contradicts official narratives of sovereignty and anti-terror unity across the Sahel, a massive fuel convoy has exposed what appears to be a covert financial deal…

Togo military violence against civilians at home

In Togo, the role of the military is often misunderstood. While citizens expect soldiers to safeguard borders and ensure national security, a disturbing trend has emerged—one where armed forces are…

Senegal political crisis pastef loses youth council and ministerial legitimacy questioned

Senegal political crisis: Pastef suffers setback in youth council elections Political tensions in Senegal are escalating as the ruling party Pastef faces a significant setback in the recent elections for…

Congo and Togo deepen diplomatic ties with high-level meeting in Oyo

Congo’s President Denis Sassou-N’Guesso welcomed Togolese leader Faure Gnassingbé in Oyo this weekend for a bilateral summit focused on strengthening ties between the two nations.   The meeting covered key…

Ivory coast education reform with ‘pleins feux’ initiative

The Pleins Feux project, unveiled in Abidjan in April 2026, is a cornerstone of Côte d’Ivoire’s ongoing efforts to modernize its education system under President Alassane Ouattara. Supported by international…

Togo’s leader faure gnassingbé boosts security efforts in koundjoaré

On May 7, 2026, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, President of the Council and Supreme Head of the Armed Forces, conducted a critical field visit to the Koundjoaré operation zone in northern…

Sénégal : avec Damen, Dakar veut redevenir un hub régional de réparation navale

Sénégal : avec Damen, Dakar veut redevenir un hub régional de réparation navale Moutiou Adjibi Nourou, Agence Ecofin À plus long terme, Damen évoque aussi la possibilité de relancer des…

5th tripartite forum: boosting RCA, Chad, and Cameroon regional integration

The 5th edition of the tripartite forum involving RCA, Chad, and Cameroon has officially commenced, focusing on streamlining the transit of goods through Cameroonian maritime gateways. Organized by the Ministry…

CEP 2026: Benin’s school canteens stay open for exam candidates

With the Certificat d’Études Primaires (CEP) 2026 approaching, the Bénin government has taken a proactive step to support young learners during this critical period. Minister of Pre-Primary and Primary Education,…