Niger’s human rights crisis deepens under military rule As Niger approaches the third anniversary of the July 26, 2023 coup, a leading international watchdog has issued a stark warning about the escalating erosion of human rights in the country. According to Human Rights Watch, the military-led administration under General AbdourahamaneContinue Reading
The administration under former President Donald Trump is exploring the possibility of a U.S. military intervention targeting the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated faction operating in Mali and designated as a terrorist organization by Washington since 2018. Divisions within the U.S. government over aContinue Reading
Why Niamey’s vegetable prices are spiraling out of control In Niamey, the heart of Niger’s capital, households are grappling with a harsh economic reality: the cost of essential vegetables has skyrocketed, pushing many families into deeper food insecurity. Tomatoes and cabbage, staples in local diets, now come with price tagsContinue Reading
For Amadou Bangoura, a 30-year-old Beninese student, that evening in late June will forever remain etched in his memory. Around 10 p.m., he left his gym in the Liberté 6 district of Dakar, his papers in order after five years of living legally in Senegal. The streets were nearly empty,Continue Reading
The recent deployment of Russian troops to Togo, following the inauguration of a Russian military base on July 12, 2026, has intensified discussions about the true intentions behind Moscow’s expanding influence in West Africa. According to official statements, these soldiers are positioned to support Togo’s counterterrorism efforts and enhance theContinue Reading
Posted today at 12:11 PM Reading time: 3 minutes. File generated on Read in the app Summarize Omer Mbadi Cameroun correspondent Banque mondiale African Development Bank By Abdoulaye Mounkaila — ReporterContinue Reading
After weeks of intense negotiations, AS Monaco and Newcastle United have finalized a landmark deal for the transfer of Aladji Bamba, valuing the young French-Guinean midfielder at over €40 million, including performance-based bonuses. The 20-year-old talent, born in Blois, France, to Guinean parents, has received clearance to travel to EnglandContinue Reading
Throughout history, military leaders who ascend to power often encounter a persistent pitfall: the conflation of rhetorical power with ground-level reality. The silence of a population—often born from fear or uncertainty—is frequently misinterpreted as unwavering support. In Burkina Faso, this dynamic appears to be unfolding before our eyes. Behind theContinue Reading
Senegal’s political landscape has been rocked by a wave of resignations from key figures within the Pastef party, once united under Ousmane Sonko’s leadership. What began as isolated departures has snowballed into a sweeping exodus, encompassing long-standing supporters, emerging leaders, and directors of public agencies alike. The surge in resignationsContinue Reading
In a dramatic political twist, former Bénin president Thomas Boni Yayi has announced his decision to join the newly established Senate, set to be inaugurated in Porto-Novo on July 30, 2026. This move comes despite his vocal opposition to the Senate’s creation during the 2025 constitutional reforms. The former headContinue Reading
Published today at 10:32 AM Reading time: 2 minutes. Press Freedom Press freedom Burkina Faso Allegations of a coordinated digital campaign targeting media professionals The transitional government of Burkina Faso has come under scrutiny following accusations that its leader, Ibrahim Traoré, operates a digital militia designed to intimidate and silenceContinue Reading
The Gabonese Head of State, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, concluded his official visit to France late yesterday evening after a packed agenda. The final day mirrored the intensity of previous engagements, featuring stops at the Luxembourg Palace, Paris City Hall, and the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral. At the Luxembourg Palace, theContinue Reading