After fifteen months of strained relations with Bamako, Algeria has restored diplomatic ties with Mali and reopened its airspace to Malian aircraft. With Niger, the rapprochement has gone further, with Algeria delivering four military helicopters, reviving oil projects, and jointly marketing Nigerien crude. Behind this series of gestures, coinciding withContinue Reading
The constitutional reform initiative announced by Senegalese authorities is now entering a phase of broad consultations. A delegation representing the Civil Society Coalition for the Implementation of the National Assizes’ Conclusions and the National Commission for Institutional Reform’s Work has met with the Takku Wallu parliamentary group, the primary oppositionContinue Reading
Senegal’s government has announced an increase in fuel prices, taking effect on August 15, 2026. This adjustment impacts both super gasoline and diesel, two commodities whose pricing structure directly influences national inflation, transportation expenses, and the competitiveness of industrial sectors. Dakar’s decision aligns with a trend observed across several WestContinue Reading
Morocco’s pivotal role in securing a French spy’s release in Mali In a high-stakes diplomatic breakthrough, Morocco has emerged as the key player in securing the release of Yann Vézilier, a French spy detained in Mali for nearly a year. The agent, affiliated with France’s DGSE, was granted presidential clemencyContinue Reading
The Union Saint-Gilloise is set to receive a substantial financial boost following the transfer of Israeli winger Anan Khalaili to Crystal Palace. The Premier League club confirmed on Saturday that Khalaili had signed a five-year contract with them, with the Brussels-based side expected to net a fee of €24.5 million,Continue Reading
President Mahamat Idriss Déby of Chad has issued a decree granting a full pardon to political opponent and former Prime Minister Succès Masra, who had been serving a 20-year sentence for over a year. This significant measure, which completely nullifies the prison terms, also extends to eight other prominent oppositionContinue Reading
Sovereign food strategy drives Côte d’Ivoire’s livestock sector Côte d’Ivoire is sharpening its focus on boosting local animal and fishery production to cut reliance on costly imports, with external meat and offal purchases exceeding 782 billion West African CFA francs in 2024, figures revealed by Bouadi Beda Paul, Director ofContinue Reading
The discussion surrounding asset declarations has resurfaced in Sénégal, with Khalifa Sall intending to play a proactive role. The former mayor of Dakar and a prominent figure within Taxawu Sénégal, has publicly voiced his support for making the financial disclosures of high-ranking state officials accessible to the general public. ThisContinue Reading
Senegal’s saturday, august 15, 2026: key developments On Saturday, August 15, 2026, significant developments unfolded across Senegal. The government referred a crucial bill concerning special funds to the Constitutional Council, leading to the suspension of a parliamentary plenary session. Simultaneously, weather alerts were issued for 23 localities, including Koungheul andContinue Reading
Algeria and Niger deepen energy partnership Kafra Sud-Est 1 Acting on behalf of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb journeyed to Niger on Thursday. His mission was to oversee the official commencement of drilling operations for the Kafra Sud-Est 1 exploration well, alongside his Nigerien counterpart, Ali Mahaman LamineContinue Reading
Heightened vigilance at Ceuta border following social media claims Rumors circulating online for over a week suggest that the border between Morocco and the Spanish enclave of Ceuta would open this Saturday, August 15. In response, Moroccan authorities have implemented strict measures to prevent any potential surge in illegal crossings.Continue Reading
The management of Senegal’s Primature political funds has become a focal point in the media landscape. Prominent commentator Badara Gadiaga publicly condemned what he termed “vampirism” in the utilization of discretionary allocations granted to the head of government. Gadiaga claimed that out of an estimated 1.77 billion CFA francs, formerContinue Reading