SECURITY CRISIS Deadly jihadist assault leaves Malian troops dead in San At least ten soldiers lost their lives in San, central Mali, on Sunday following a dawn attack on a military base. The assault was claimed by jihadist forces affiliated with the Group for the Support of Islam and MuslimsContinue Reading
An institution born of constitutional reform The establishment of Benin’s first Senate on July 30, 2026, followed by former President Patrice Talon’s election as its president on August 6, marks a significant milestone in the country’s institutional evolution. This bicameral Parliament structure, established through the constitutional revision of December 17,Continue Reading
In the heart of central Mali, an audacious offensive unfolded Sunday, leaving at least 10 soldiers dead after an assault on a military base in San. The attack, claimed by the jihadist coalition Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM), marks one of the most devastating strikes against the national armyContinue Reading
Algeria strengthens Niger’s army with military equipment donation National defense In alignment with directives issued by the President of the Republic, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Minister of National Defense, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, General Saïd Chanegriha, Deputy Minister of National Defense and Chief of Staff of the People’sContinue Reading
Côte d’Ivoire celebrates 66 years of independence with unity and progress The vibrant commune of Yopougon became the epicenter of national pride on August 7, 2026, as Côte d’Ivoire marked its 66th Independence Day. The celebrations, steeped in patriotism and ambition, drew massive crowds to Place Ficgayo for a grandContinue Reading
The surge in poultry prices in Ati, Chad, is placing a severe strain on households, traders, and poultry farmers alike, threatening both food security and the local economy. Urgent measures are being sought to stabilize the market and alleviate the growing financial burden on residents. Poultry prices skyrocket, squeezing householdContinue Reading
In a move that has sparked immediate reactions, Abdou Lô, identified as the younger sibling of Senegal’s Prime Minister Ahmadou Al-Aminou Lô, has officially joined PASTEF – Les Patriotes. The announcement, shared across social media platforms, adds a new layer of complexity to the already tense political landscape of theContinue Reading
The recurring tensions between Morocco and Spain often focus on migration flows, territorial disputes, or Ceuta and Melilla. Yet beneath these headlines lies a less visible but critical factor shaping their relationship: energy dependence. Rabat relies heavily on Spanish energy infrastructure for its electricity and gas supplies, creating a strategicContinue Reading
Senegalese opposition warns president on parliamentary dissolution risks Ousmane Sonko, leader of Pastef, asserts any fresh electoral contest would erode the ruling party’s standing, with dissolution posing the gravest threat. The prospect of dissolving Senegal’s National Assembly remains a contentious issue in the country’s political landscape. During a Saturday rallyContinue Reading
Political tensions in Sénégal have intensified as speculation grows over a potential dissolution of the National Assembly. During a recent gathering of the Pastef party in Linguère, opposition leader Ousmane Sonko made his stance clear, issuing a stern warning to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Sonko asserted that if the governmentContinue Reading
Gabon’s government has launched a sweeping reform to overhaul the civil service’s automatic seniority-based advancement system, marking a significant departure from a long-standing practice. By scrapping the long-held tradition of automatic promotions tied to years of service, policymakers aim to usher in a new era of meritocracy and fiscal responsibility.Continue Reading
Senegal’s political landscape turned its gaze back to the era of President Macky Sall during a recent public unveiling of a new book in Dakar. The event, held at a prominent venue, brought together political figures, diplomats, and analysts to explore a work that promises to reveal the inner workingsContinue Reading