In N’Djamena, the capital of Chad, the fight against urban disorder has become a pressing challenge, exposing a deep dilemma: tackling entrenched poverty to ensure lasting solutions rather than temporary crackdowns. When urban regulation meets poverty The municipal authorities of N’Djamena have adopted a zero-tolerance stance toward urban disorder. IllicitContinue Reading

In a West African landscape increasingly strained by geopolitical divisions, Niger’s recent trade decisions have sparked sharp reactions among regional economists and analysts. While commercial borders remain tightly controlled or outright closed for exports to the Gulf of Guinea nations—including Côte d’Ivoire, Bénin, Ghana, and Togo—the transitional government in NiameyContinue Reading

Skyrocketing ticket prices for Champions League final ignite black market frenzy Extortionate prices, fake sellers, and mobile-locked tickets plague supporters ahead of the Arsenal-PSG showdown in Budapest Securing tickets for major sporting events or blockbuster concerts has become a high-stakes gamble, with prices often soaring to four or even fiveContinue Reading