The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) could clinch their 14th Ligue 1 title this Wednesday, May 13, if they avoid defeat against Lens in the rescheduled 29th matchday fixture. With a commanding six-point lead over their opponents and a superior goal difference, the capital club is poised to celebrate—possibly as early asContinue Reading
The Nigerien government, under the leadership of General Abdourahamane Tiani, is advancing a sweeping administrative overhaul aimed at enhancing security across its embattled regions. On May 12, 2026, the Ministry of Interior, Public Security, and Territorial Administration unveiled plans to expand the country’s administrative map from 8 to 19 regionsContinue Reading
Mali’s security crisis deepens as external partnerships crumble Recent coordinated attacks by jihadist groups and separatists in Mali have exposed critical weaknesses in the country’s security strategy, raising serious questions about the effectiveness of external partnerships with foreign forces. Bakary Sambe, a leading security analyst from the Timbuktu Institute inContinue Reading
Military leaders from Chad and the Central African Republic unite to enhance cross-border safety Senior military officials from Chad and the Central African Republic are stepping up their collaborative efforts to bolster security along their shared border. A high-level working session, led by General Moubarak Abakar Nassour Hor, head ofContinue Reading
news politics Tchad: opposition warns of shrinking political freedoms after GCAP leaders sentenced by editorial team may 13, 2026 0 1 facebookxpinterestwhatsapp The sentencing of eight opposition leaders from the coalition Groupe de Concertation et d’Action Politique (GCAP) to eight years in prison on may 8, 2026, has ignited sharpContinue Reading
Football fans, mark your calendars: the clash between RC Lens and Paris Saint-Germain is set to unfold on Wednesday, May 13 at 21:00. This isn’t just another matchday—it’s a potential season-defining showdown that could crown the new Ligue 1 champions. The stakes couldn’t be higher as the league’s two topContinue Reading
The Head of State, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has taken direct control of negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to address Senegal’s escalating debt crisis, which stems from previously undisclosed liabilities uncovered in 2024. While his Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, hosted a Dakar forum on alternative economic solutions—featuring academicsContinue Reading
When family planning meets terrorism: a risky gamble in the Sahel In the heart of the Sahel, where Niamey stands as a beacon of progress for women’s empowerment, a silent crisis unfolds in the war-torn regions of Tillabéri. The Reach Married Adolescent (RMA) initiative, celebrated for its social impact, nowContinue 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
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