The Burkinabè government has escalated its crackdown on media freedom under the guise of safeguarding national sovereignty and consumer rights. The recent imposition of a staggering 200 million FCFA fine…
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Niger invests 60 billion FCFA in irrigation and electricity projects amid governance concerns
The West African Development Bank (BOAD) has committed a total of 60.6 billion West African CFA francs—approximately $105 million—to Niger, signaling its bold investment in critical infrastructure despite the country’s…
Bénin: douane thwarts massive explosives trafficking plot near Togo border
In a decisive crackdown on illicit arms trafficking, Beninese customs authorities have intercepted nearly half a ton of explosives originating from Togo. This significant seizure forms part of a sweeping…
Five African Giants Dominate Continent’s Economy
Five African countries – Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Algeria, and Ethiopia – have combined to account for nearly 60% of the continent’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The importance of these…
Ivory coast digital economy soars with 4% gain in global IT index
Ivory Coast leaps forward in global digital economy rankings Ivory Coast has made remarkable strides in its digital economy, climbing 4% in the latest ICT Development Index (IDI) released by…
Gabon faces severe electricity production decline in early 2026
Listen to article In the first quarter of 2026, Gabon’s electricity production plummeted by 13.2% compared to the previous quarter, marking a staggering 20.1% drop year-over-year. This sharp decline, highlighted…
Bénin sets course for modern rule of law with new legal reform committee
The Republic of Bénin has taken a decisive step toward modernizing its legal framework with the official installation of the Standing Committee of the National Commission for Legal Reform. This…
Ferroviaire : au Sénégal, l’AFD et l’Europe financent l’extension du Train express régional Dakar
Pétrole : Shell ouvre une nouvelle frontière en Méditerranée avec sa découverte au large de l’EgypteAlors que l’Égypte cherche à renforcer ses capacités énergétiques et à attirer davantage d’investissements dans…
Benin Nigeria partnership with dangote group boosts economic ties
The corridors of the Palais de la Marina in Cotonou buzzed with anticipation this past Tuesday as President Romuald Wadagni welcomed Africa’s richest industrialist, Aliko Dangote, for a high-stakes meeting.…
Cameroon court jails man for 6 months over Facebook post criticizing President Biya
A court in Cameroon has handed down a six-month prison sentence to a man accused of insulting President Paul Biya through a social media post. The case centers on a…
Burkina Faso shines at u18 and u20 five nations championships
Burkinabè junior athletes delivered outstanding performances at the 2026 U18 and U20 Five Nations Athletics Championships held in Ouagadougou on July 25–26. With a commanding total of 67 medals, Burkina…