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The moment I stepped into Dakar, I felt a flicker of unease. The Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) final was still fresh in everyone’s mind—a rivalry that had festered into …
Football rivalry between Senegal and Morocco: when emotions run high Read More
As May 2026 unfolds, the delicate economic stability across West Africa faces a fresh challenge. Amidst households striving to safeguard their savings against persistent inflationary pressures, a stark reality emerges …
Fuel cost disparity: Côte d’Ivoire’s prices exceed Bénin’s despite oil production Read More
The Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—has executed coordinated aerial operations within Mali in response to a surge of violent attacks linked to al-Qaeda and Tuareg …
Joint anti-terrorism airstrikes in Mali by Sahel alliance Read More
On April 25, Mali witnessed an unprecedented coordinated assault that transcended its decade-long conflict. Islamist militants and Tuareg separatists executed simultaneous strikes on military outposts and civilian hubs, seizing control …
Algeria and the Sahel crisis: why Mali’s instability threatens regional security Read More
understanding the Sahel’s escalating challenges Mali’s military government, supported by Moscow, is facing an existential threat following recent coordinated assaults by jihadist and Tuareg factions. These attacks led to the …
The Sahel’s deepening crisis: why europe must pay attention Read More
In the predawn hours of April 25, a wave of coordinated violence erupted near Kati, a strategic military outpost just 15 kilometers northwest of Bamako, Mali’s bustling capital. The assault …
Rising militant attacks in Mali expose junta security flaws in Sahel Read More
As the nation undergoes a thorough reconfiguration of its external partnerships, Niger has formally accepted a contribution of 20,000 tonnes of fertilizer provided by the Russie. This significant shipment, which …
Niger’s agricultural strategy: integrating Russian aid to foster food autonomy Read More
The African Football Confederation (CAF) has announced the roster of referees chosen for the preparatory training ahead of the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of Nations, a pivotal stage before the …
Senegal’s el hadj amadou sy selected for caf u17 referee training ahead of Morocco 2025 Read More
South African judiciary rejects activist’s arguments Activist Kemi Seba, a Franco-Béninois national, remains incarcerated after the South African judiciary ruled on April 29 to deny his release. The court dismissed …
Kemi Seba detained in South Africa amid extradition battle Read More
Following a series of intense assaults on Malian military installations, the country’s leader, Assimi Goita, declared that the government had stabilized the situation. He noted that Russian paramilitary units provided …
Examining Russia’s security influence in Mali and the broader Sahel Read More
Mali dismisses Belgian football coach after major tournament setbacks The Mali national football team has concluded its partnership with head coach Tom Saintfiet, the Malian Football Federation (Femafoot) announced. The …
Mali football federation ends contract with belgian coach Read More
West Africa is still absorbing the shock of co-ordinated rebel attacks that breached Mali‘s defences, penetrated the capital Bamako and assassinated the Defence Minister, while militants also seized control of …
Mali rebel offensive: what the junta must do next Read More