The United Kingdom has introduced stricter entry rules for travelers from nine West African nations, including Senegal, now requiring an airport transit visa even for passengers who remain in the…
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Burkina Faso’s future currency: Traoré stresses patience amid AES union talks
Key takeaways from Burkina Faso’s stance on the AES currency The future of a shared currency for the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) remains undecided, with no official timeline unveiled.…
Côte d’Ivoire reveals latest updates on radio frequency management this Tuesday
Live briefing on spectrum management and control Abidjan, September 28, 2026 – What exactly constitutes a radio frequency, and how are these invisible channels allocated and monitored across Côte d’Ivoire?…
Burkina Faso’s 300 armored vehicles: Faso Armored and the fabrication of a state narrative
Burkina Faso’s military leader Ibrahim Traoré has claimed that nearly 300 armored vehicles have been produced locally since November 2025. The assertion, presented as a breakthrough in national defense manufacturing,…
Ivory Coast rejects US plan to deport non-citizens to African nations
The Government of Côte d’Ivoire has formally declined a proposal from the United States to accept deportees currently being expelled from American soil, even when they do not hold Ivorian…
Benin’s AEO-certified companies break into the Chinese market
Benin’s trade relationship with China has entered a new phase. The mutual recognition agreement for the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program is now in force, giving certified Beninese businesses a…
Northern Niger’s forgotten crisis: water and electricity access remain critical under Tiani
Agadez region struggles with prolonged power and water shortages The reality in northern Niger cannot be reduced to official statements or announcements of new energy capacities. On the ground, in…
Interpol probes Air Senegal staff in alleged smuggling ring
Air Senegal is under international scrutiny as Interpol launches a direct investigation into alleged smuggling activities involving flight crew members. The probe has intensified following reports that several hostesses and…
Senegal’s 2026 budget revision: deep cuts hit growth and investment plans
Senegal’s amended budget for 2026, presented to the National Assembly on September 18, 2026, marks a sharp downsizing of the country’s economic ambitions. The revised growth forecast has been slashed…
Benin commits €544,042 to UNAIDS for 2026-2027 under President Wadagni
At the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York in September 2026, Benin signed a new contribution of €544,042 to UNAIDS for 2026-2027. The agreement was formalised under the…
Luxembourg backs Benin’s port workforce training with €15m deal
The Luxembourg government has pledged €15 million (over 9.8 billion FCFA) to boost vocational training for Benin’s port and logistics workforce. The funding, part of the CAP-PORT initiative, targets underserved…