Click to expand Image On June 15, 2026, Russia-controlled Africa Corps conducted air strikes in central Mali, resulting in the deaths of eight civilians, including three children, in what appears…
Cameroon’s 2027 elections: an economist’s candid assessment of the political landscape
An economist’s view on Cameroon’s political dynamics ahead of 2027 With Cameroon’s dual elections approaching in 2027, economist Serge Alain Godong offers an uncompromising analysis of the nation’s political face-off.…
Bénin launches its inaugural senate with 25 appointed members
Bénin’s new Senate: A historical inauguration The Republic of Bénin has marked a significant milestone in its democratic evolution with the inauguration of its first Senate. Comprising 25 members, the…
Gabon secures $920m bond issuance to boost economic reforms
The Gabonese government has successfully concluded a $920 million bond issuance on international financial markets, equivalent to over 526 billion West African CFA francs. This landmark transaction marks the country’s…
Côte d’Ivoire unveils landmark national territorial plan for 2045 growth
Historic milestone reached in Côte d’Ivoire’s long-term development strategy In a decisive move toward sustainable growth, Dr. Souleymane DIARRASSOUBA, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Planning and Development, led a pivotal national…
Political funds in Senegal: a tradition under scrutiny
Political funds: a long-standing tradition now under scrutiny in Senegal The Senegalese prime minister recently disclosed the existence of a 1.77 billion CFA franc political fund under his control, a…
Togo faces backlash over constitutional change as CEDEAO ruling stirs tensions
The decision by the ECOWAS Court of Justice regarding Togo’s constitutional amendment continues to spark intense debate in Lomé. While the Togolese government dismisses the ruling outright, the Association of…
Sonko praises serigne touba’s legacy at mouride spiritual center
The days leading up to the Grand Magal saw a significant visit to Touba, where the President of the National Assembly paid homage to the spiritual leader of the Mouride…
Ebola in the democratic republic of Congo response intensifies as cases surge
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has escalated sharply, with over 3,000 confirmed cases and nearly 1,500 deaths reported in the latest official figures. Humanitarian organizations…
Benin senate inauguration marks new political era
Benin’s inaugural senate session ushers in fresh political dynamics The Republic of Benin has entered a new chapter in its democratic journey with the swearing-in of its first-ever Senate. This…