Mali jihadists intensify Bamako blockade and strike manantali dam

In Mali, the blockade enforced by the Jnim, an al-Qaïda-affiliated jihadist group, has escalated dramatically over the weekend. At least a dozen buses were torched along the critical Ségou-Bamako corridor,…

Jnim’s siege tightens around Bamako as Manantali power plant hit

The jihadist group Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (Jnim), affiliated with al-Qaeda, has escalated its blockade around Mali’s capital, Bamako, over the weekend. At least ten buses were set ablaze…

Dangerous swell alert along Senegal’s coastline

Dangerous swell alert along Senegal’s coastline The National Agency of Civil Aviation and Meteorology (ANACIM) has issued a dangerous swell warning for Senegal’s coastal areas, accompanied by strong winds. Mariners…

Diplomatic visit of Faure Gnassingbé to Kampala in 2026

On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, Faure Gnassingbé, President of the Togolese Council, will embark on an official visit to Kampala at the invitation of Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. This…

Togo’s president Faure Gnassingbé reviews security measures in Koundjoaré operation zone

President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Faure Gnassingbé, conducted a high-level inspection on May 7, 2026 within the Operation Koundjoaré zone in northern Togo. The strategic visit aimed to…

Côte d’Ivoire champions human-centered migration governance at un forum

The Côte d’Ivoire is solidifying its role on the global diplomatic stage by actively engaging in the second session of the International Migration Review Forum (IMRF) at the United Nations…

Petrosen denies fuel shortage in Senegal amid fake news

PETROSEN denies fuel shortage in Senegal amid fake news PETROSEN, Senegal’s national oil company, has categorically dismissed rumors circulating online about an imminent fuel shortage in the country. The company…

Mali transportation crisis: blocked roads disrupt travel and trade

In Mali, travelers and transporters face severe disruptions following the blockade of key roads leading to Bamako. This measure, enforced by Jnim (Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims)…

Senegal’s president highlights sport’s role in development at Nairobi summit

At the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye delivered a standout speech, celebrating Senegal’s continental championship triumph. His remarks resonated strongly with attendees, emphasizing how sport…

Diomaye faye and macron discuss Senegal-France ties at Nairobi summit

The President of Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, and France’s President Emmanuel Macron held a pivotal meeting in Nairobi during the Africa Forward Summit. This high-level discussion underscored the critical role…

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…