As Benin secures funding for its latest solar initiative, questions arise over the project’s ability to deliver lasting energy independence amid rising regional integration debates. The IPP50 program, finalized in…
Author: Kadi Alhassane
Journalist
Mopti in the crosshairs: JNIM’s bold strike sparks urgent questions over Mali’s security collapse
Aftermath of the assault A fresh wave of violence has rocked central Mali as the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) carried out an audacious daylight attack…
Niger’s secret detention of Moussa Kaka: a crisis of accountability two months on
Two months after his disappearance, the whereabouts and situation of Nigerien journalist Moussa Kaka remain shrouded in secrecy. While military authorities have acknowledged his detention, they have provided no clarity…
Academic ambitions overshadowed by war: the hidden dangers for African students in Russia
The pursuit of higher education abroad has long been regarded as a pathway to success and economic advancement for many African students. However, the ongoing war in Ukraine has cast…
Controversy brews as marseille and toulouse collide at velodrome after tough weeks
The air is thick with anticipation—and not just on the pitch. Marseille and Toulouse face off at the Vélodrome this Sunday, with both clubs emerging from turbulent weeks that have…
Israel’s election leaves Netanyahu’s future uncertain amid shifting regional power dynamics
From ballot to boardroom: Israel’s political gridlock takes center stage With ballots counted and alliances forming, Israel now faces a political crossroads unlike any in recent memory. Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud…
Israel’s fragmented parliament sparks regional debate over leadership and security
Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed victory in Israel’s 2026 elections, but the fractured parliament that emerged from the October vote has left the country—and the region—in uncharted political territory. With his…
Burkina Faso’s youth training in Russia sparks debate over safety and hidden agendas
With the promise of advanced technological training, Burkina Faso’s military leadership is facing mounting questions about the real motivations behind its latest initiative to send young Burkinabè to Russia. As…
Koudougou stadium backlash: public scrutiny questions funding gaps in 15,000-seat project
The storm of reactions after Koudougou stadium funding gaps exposed The announcement of a 15,000-seat stadium in Koudougou, framed as a cornerstone of Burkina Faso’s sports infrastructure renewal, has triggered…
Burkina Faso’s education promise under scrutiny: promises vs reality after latest unveilings
The fallout of Burkina Faso’s university pledges: public debate intensifies over unmet expectations Burkina Faso’s recent educational announcements, heralded as transformative by state media, have sparked sharp reactions from students,…
Mali’s war on terror: How military crackdowns backfire on civilian lives and state credibility
The shifting battlefront: Where anti-terror operations collide with humanitarian law In Mali, the promise of a new dawn under military leadership has evolved into a harsh reckoning for civilians. What…
Mali’s fallen heavyweights: how the junta reshaped power and quelled dissent
Since General Assimi Goïta solidified control, Mali’s traditional political elite—once the architects of post-1991 governance—has not merely stepped aside. They have been systematically sidelined, their influence crushed under the weight…