United front against political shifts in Senegal’s parliament

The political landscape in Sénégal is witnessing an unexpected alliance as opposition figures from Pastef and the ruling APR join forces to challenge transhumance politique—the practice of lawmakers switching parties…

Bénin: political leader praises presidential pardon of Julien Kansou

Bénin: political leader commends presidential pardon of Julien Kansou The early August release of Julien Kansou, granted presidential clemency by Head of State Romuald Wadagni on August 1, 2026, has…

Hundreds displaced after terror attacks in southwest Niger

hundreds displaced after terror attacks in southwest Niger Photo illustration © DR In mid-July, coordinated terror attacks struck multiple villages in Niger’s southwest, forcing hundreds of residents to flee their…

Mali journalist sentenced to prison for criticising military leadership

Mali journalist handed one-year prison term for criticising junta A prominent Malian journalist has been sentenced to a total of twelve months behind bars, including six months without parole, following…

Gabon secures $920 million eurobond: a market success with a high price tag

Libreville has made its most significant return to the international financial markets in several years, substantially surpassing its initial fundraising target. While this $920 million Eurobond issuance marks a clear…

Comeback club faces UEFA player quota hurdle in champions league

Comeback club faces UEFA player quota hurdle in champions league After securing their historic first-ever Champions League qualification just two seasons post-promotion to Serie A, Como 1907 faces an unexpected…

RDC : l’évasion de Luebo, symptôme d’un système carcéral largement défaillant

Publié aujourd’hui à 15h34 Lecture : 2 minutes. Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Damien Glez Dessinateur et éditorialiste franco-burkinabè. By Sidi Mohamed — Reporter

Togo’s charity sector: a conduit for financial evasion under faure gnassingbé

Beyond the official rhetoric of philanthropy and poverty alleviation, a recent burglary at the MATW NGO headquarters has cast a stark light on a disturbing truth: the unchecked proliferation of…

Burkina Faso’s young talents shine at global AI olympiad in Kazakhstan

The Burkinabè delegation touched down in Astana, Kazakhstan, on August 2, 2026, to compete in the International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI) 2026—a premier global event showcasing the brightest young…

Serigne Modou Kara urges president and prime minister to reconcile for Senegal’s sake

In a nation grappling with pressing economic and social challenges, Serigne Modou Kara Mbacké has emerged as a voice of reason, urging national cohesion over personal disputes. Religious leader appeals…

Togo’s financial and social decline under Faure Gnassingbé’s rule

Togo’s economic paradox: modern infrastructure alongside growing deprivation As Lomé’s political elite touts the adoption of a tailor-made fifth Republic with overwhelming public approval, the country’s economic landscape tells a…

Mauritanie-Maroc : à Dakar, le Sahara ravive une vieille sensibilité diplomatique

Publié aujourd’hui à 13h58 Lecture : 2 minutes. Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Résumer Fadwa Islah Grand reporter à Jeune Afrique, spécialiste du Maroc Sahara occidental By Sidi Mohamed…