The issue of national debt is once again at the forefront of the economic agenda in Dakar. A group of specialists, including economists and public sector officials, recently convened to analyze innovative financing and restructuring strategies. Their goal is to identify solutions that move beyond traditional reliance on the InternationalContinue Reading
The sun beat down on Kampala as dignitaries exchanged handshakes and shared smiles, yet beneath the ceremonial glow lay the weight of Africa’s most pressing challenges. On May 12, 2026, the President of the Togolese Council arrived in Uganda, stepping into a role far beyond mere diplomacy—his presence was aContinue Reading
Home Expressions by Montaigne Mali rebel offensive: path to comprehensive political negotiations? A debate and current affairs platform featuring contributions from external experts. Middle East and Africa Print SHARE Mali rebel offensive: could it lead to comprehensive political negotiations? Author Jonathan Guiffard Associate Expert – Defense and Africa In Mali,Continue Reading
The 2024 summer transfer window at Paris Saint-Germain kicked off with an unexpected signing: Matvey Safonov. The Russian goalkeeper, acquired for €20 million from Krasnodar, has already begun making his mark. Initially positioned as Gianluigi Donnarumma’s backup, Safonov has since outperformed Lucas Chevalier—despite the Frenchman’s €55 million price tag—and isContinue Reading
The National Bureau of Land Freight of Chad (BNFT) has joined forces with freight authorities in Cameroon and the Central African Republic to launch a landmark digitalization pact for Central Africa’s trade corridors by 2030. This groundbreaking agreement aims to revolutionize the movement and transit of goods across the subregion,Continue Reading
ID4Africa 2026: Côte d’Ivoire leads Africa’s digital identity revolution From 12 to 15 May 2026, the bustling city of Abidjan will play host to the 7th annual ID4Africa General Assembly at the Parc des Expositions de Port-Bouët. This pivotal event centers on the theme “Digital identity: from public digital infrastructuresContinue Reading
Bénin’s industrial leaders pitch opportunities at Kenya summit The Director-General of SIPI-BENIN S.A, Létondji Beheton, and the CEO of CDC Bénin, Maryse Lokossou, presented the country’s industrial and financial blueprint at the Africa Forward | Inspire & Connect event in Nairobi. Organized with support from Bpifrance, Business France, and Proparco,Continue Reading
The coordinated assaults by the Jama’a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin (JNIM) and the Front de libération de l’Azawad (FLA) on April 25, 2026, represent a pivotal strategic shift since 2012. By simultaneously targeting Bamako, Kati, Kidal, Gao, and Sévaré, these two groups exposed the inherent weaknesses of a security paradigmContinue Reading
The government of Bénin, in a strategic collaboration with the United States, has introduced a significant upgrade to its border management infrastructure. The crucial Hillacondji border crossing is now equipped with the Migration Information and Data Analysis System (MIDAS), an advanced technological solution designed to enhance security and improve theContinue Reading
The 26th of April 2026 will be etched in Mali’s history as a day of deep humiliation. What was meant to be a symbol of Bamako’s restored authority—Kidal—slipped from government control in a single, devastating blow. Yet the military setback pales next to the actions of the Russia-backed Africa CorpsContinue Reading
The relationship between Senegal and Botswana is poised to enter a dynamic new phase. Following a significant diplomatic exchange, Presidents Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Duma Boko have affirmed their commitment to fostering more robust economic cooperation between Dakar and Gaborone. These two heads of state, who assumed leadership within monthsContinue Reading
Following the withdrawal of French forces from Operation Barkhane and the conclusion of the United Nations peacekeeping mission (MINUSMA), Mali has executed a profound strategic reorientation towards Moscow. This partnership is now epitomized by the Africa Corps, an entity directly reporting to the Russian Ministry of Defense. However, after severalContinue Reading