The Malian government has initiated a sweeping restructuring of its military leadership following the coordinated attacks on April 25, 2026. These assaults, claimed by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) and the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA), resulted in the death of former Defense Minister General SadioContinue Reading
journalist aïssatou diop fall faces legal scrutiny over ousmane sonko comments Aïssatou Diop Fall, a prominent journalist and media executive, has been summoned by the Special Cybersecurity Division (DSC) in connection with controversial remarks she made concerning political figure Ousmane Sonko. Despite her subsequent public apologies, she now faces substantialContinue Reading
Ousmane Sonko finds himself at the heart of a fresh legal and political storm as a new challenge to his parliamentary seat emerges. A group of independent legislators has filed a formal objection against his election, sparking a process that could reshape the dynamics of Senegal’s National Assembly. The move,Continue Reading
Benin’s Romuald Wadagni embarks on maiden diplomatic journey to Abidjan Just days after assuming office, Benin’s newly inaugurated President Romuald Wadagni is set to undertake his first official international visit. The trip, scheduled for June 4, 2026, will take him to Abidjan, where he will meet with Ivorian President AlassaneContinue Reading
June 6, 2026, is not just another date on the calendar. It marks a deliberate collective decision to break away from a decades-old political system that has stifled progress and perpetuated inequality. The people of Togo, through the M66 movement and a united front of opposition forces, are choosing toContinue Reading
Mehdi Ba Journalist specializing in Senegalese politics PASTEF Ousmane Sonko Bassirou Diomaye Faye The deep roots of Senegal’s political divide: Diomaye and Sonko’s escalating feud In Senegal’s political arena, tensions between Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko have reached a critical juncture. Once allies in the opposition, their relationship hasContinue Reading
beninese president wadagni’s landmark visit to Abidjan Just days after taking office, Benin’s newly elected president, Romuald Wadagni, is set to embark on his first official foreign visit to Côte d’Ivoire. The high-level trip to Abidjan is scheduled for June 4, where he will meet with his Ivorian counterpart, PresidentContinue Reading
Just one week into his tenure, Beninese President Romuald Wadagni is already stamping his authority on the executive branch. Succeeding Patrice Talon—under whom he served as Minister of Economy and Finance for two consecutive terms—the new leader walks a fine line: upholding the economic legacy of the past decade whileContinue Reading
With the inaugural ordinary congress of the Parti des Patriotes Africains du Sénégal pour le Travail, l’Éthique et la Fraternité (PASTEF) scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026, its Secretary-General, Ousmane Sonko, has released an extensive publication. This document meticulously chronicles the movement’s journey and articulates its ambitious agenda for theContinue Reading
From within the confines of Pretoria’s high-security correctional facility, Kemi Seba endeavors to sustain his political discourse. Through official channels, the prominent Pan-Africanist activist has disseminated a third message, reiterating his «unwavering resolve to persist in his struggle against neocolonialism» and alleging a «political neutralization attempt». However, beneath this well-wornContinue Reading
Despite robust legislation enacted over fifteen years ago, smoking in public venues remains a widespread and largely unpunished practice across Chad, particularly within its bustling capital, N’Djamena. A short walk through N’Djamena vividly illustrates the stark contrast between legal mandates and daily reality. In major marketplaces like the Central MarketContinue Reading
Société Pierre Mabé: the kamerunian journalist who shaped Tchad’s national radio In the wake of Tchad’s newly gained independence, its youthful President, François Tombalbaye, envisioned transforming the former France-Libre liaison post in Fort Lamy into a vibrant national broadcasting station, Radio Tchad. Henry-Paul Diabate Manden recounts how President Tombalbaye soughtContinue Reading