Mali’s new presidential jet amid deepening security crisis

The unveiling of Mali’s newly acquired Boeing 737 presidential aircraft on national television last Wednesday has ignited a wave of public skepticism. Government officials framed the purchase as a financially…

Drones in Africa: balancing sovereignty with foreign dependence

The rise of drones in African security strategies Drones have rapidly become a cornerstone of military and security strategies across Africa. In a recent analysis from Geopolitics of Africa Report…

How boko haram weaponizes ai for terror operations in west africa

How Boko Haram weaponizes AI for terror operations in West Africa An investigation based on testimonies from former Boko Haram members reveals that the jihadist group is leveraging chatbots and…

How Morocco’s king mohammed vi is shaping africa’s medical independence

Read in the app Share Hassan Barhdadi Neurosurgeon at the provincial hospital center of Skhirat-Temara and health management expert. Mohammed VI African Union Morocco’s sovereign approach to healthcare is reshaping…

Niger and Benin border dispute: political leverage over practical solutions

The prolonged border closure between Niger and Benin, now spanning three years, has evolved from a logistical issue into a calculated political instrument. Despite technical discussions between experts from both…

Niger’s diplomatic shift amid persistent security challenges

The administration led by General Abdourahamane Tiani has positioned the severance of ties with Western partners and the cultivation of new alliances—particularly with Russia—as defining elements of its governance. This…

Côte d’Ivoire’s 2026-2030 national development plan: deliberate progress in action

Economic Insights Côte d’Ivoire’s 2026-2030 national development plan: deliberate progress in action Strategic vision behind Côte d’Ivoire’s growth trajectory The launch of Côte d’Ivoire’s National Development Plan (PND) for 2026-2030…

Burkina Faso: balancing sovereignty drive with deepening security crisis

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…

Bénin: government cracks down on smig violations amid persistent underpayment

The Government of Bénin has intensified its stance against employers failing to adhere to the legally mandated Salaire Minimum Interprofessionnel Garanti (SMIG), set at 52,000 FCFA. Despite formal regulations, numerous…

Building peace and community resilience in Niger through inclusive dialogue

Across Niger, communities face persistent security challenges that threaten both lives and livelihoods. In response, a growing movement emphasizes inclusive dialogue as a cornerstone for sustainable peace and national cohesion.…

Burkina Faso’s digital repression under Ibrahim Traoré

The evolving battlefield of press freedom in Burkina Faso In Burkina Faso, the struggle for press freedom has shifted from newsrooms and streets to the digital realm, where coordinated campaigns…

Uncovering the untapped billions in Cameroon’s development loans

Omer Mbadi Cameroun correspondent World Bank African Development Bank Where have Cameroon’s billions in development loans gone? At the heart of the Port of Douala, on March 22, 2025, stacks…