News Politics Côte d’Ivoire: civil society urges electoral reform and inclusive political talks After the dissolution of the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI), the debate over electoral governance reform in Côte d’Ivoire has intensified. On May 14, 2026, the Platform of 37 Organizations (PEC-CI), a coalition of Ivorian civil society groups,Continue Reading

french activists and lawmakers rally against Senegal’s anti-lgbtq+ laws STOP homophobie, a french association, is currently assisting 68 detained individuals in Senegal following the country’s recent criminalization of same-sex relationships. 1 min read French civil society organizations and elected officials are mobilizing to support LGBTQ+ individuals in Senegal after theContinue Reading

In N’Djamena and other urban centers across Chad, sports betting and online gambling are gaining unprecedented traction among young people. The allure of quick profits, coupled with the digital revolution, is reshaping the leisure habits of a significant portion of the country’s youth. Urban youth embrace digital wagering as smartphoneContinue Reading

Starlink’s internet pricing sparks controversy in Senegal Residents across Senegal are voicing concerns over the recently announced internet service rates by Starlink. The pricing structure has ignited a broader discussion about fair pricing and corporate accountability in Africa’s telecommunications sector. Why are Senegalese consumers questioning Starlink’s pricing? The unveiling ofContinue Reading

In a move aimed at currying favor with urban populations, Niger’s transitional authorities have enacted legislation capping residential rents in Niamey between 15,000 and 80,000 West African CFA francs. While the policy seeks to curb speculative practices and ensure affordable housing, economists warn that such administrative price controls often backfire,Continue Reading

Empty promises: Burkina Faso’s displaced await long-overdue aid In a high-profile ceremony, Burkina Faso’s government unveiled a sweeping agricultural support program valued at over 2 billion CFA francs, targeting internally displaced persons (IDPs) resettled in Kaya. Yet beneath the rhetoric of national unity and agricultural revival lies a grim truth:Continue Reading