In a bold move against racist discourse in media, Claudy Siar, advisor to Benin’s President Romuald Wadagni, has formally requested the removal of French news channel CNews from Benin’s television bouquets. The demand comes after a wave of outrage over repeated on-air remarks Siar considers deeply offensive to African populations.Continue Reading
The sight of broken shop windows, riot police charges, burning trash bins and teargas clouds in Paris is becoming a familiar one—but not just to French citizens. Across Bamako, Ouagadougou and Niamey, the same footage streams on social media feeds daily. For supporters of Sahel’s military juntas, these images areContinue Reading
A suspected drone strike on a bustling market in Abyei has killed at least 73 people and injured 19 others, authorities reported. The government of South Sudan immediately summoned Sudan’s ambassador in Juba to protest the attack, escalating tensions between the two neighbors. Market attack leaves heavy civilian toll TheContinue Reading
Fresh evidence of civilian targeting in Mali’s expanding conflict The central and northern regions of Mali continue to witness a disturbing escalation in violence against civilians, as documented in a recent investigation that points to systematic abuses by multiple armed factions. A comprehensive report highlights indiscriminate attacks that have leftContinue Reading
The recent urban unrest in France has not only generated reactions within the country but has also been seized upon by political factions in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. Since military-led governments took power in these nations, relations with Paris have deteriorated significantly. Footage of looting, property damage, and clashesContinue Reading
The Benin U-18 school football team has stormed into the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup after a dominant 27-0 victory over India in Suzhou, China. This marks their second consecutive win, following a 7-0 thrashing of Qatar in their opening match, leaving the Young Cheetahs with a perfectContinue Reading
Ecobank has formalized its commitment to Benin’s development by pledging $230.8 million (138.5 billion FCFA) to finance strategic national projects. This announcement follows high-level discussions between Ecobank Group CEO Jeremy Awori and Beninese President Romuald Wadagni, marking a significant step in strengthening financial cooperation between the bank and the WestContinue Reading
Mali’s military faces dual threats as civilians caught in crossfire The latest operations in Mali reveal a troubling paradox: while government forces suffer fatal attacks from the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), civilians continue to bear the brunt of excessive violence allegedly carried out by theContinue Reading
Daily life in Niamey paralyzed by fuel scarcity Long, agonizing queues stretch outside nearly every gas station in Niamey, as Niger’s capital grapples with a worsening fuel shortage. Since commercial stations began rationing gasoline and diesel, the city’s once-vibrant rhythm has ground to a halt. Commuters, small business owners, andContinue Reading
History education reform aims to reshape Burkina Faso’s school curriculum The Burkina Faso government has initiated a sweeping reform of its history and geography curricula, with the stated goal of “decolonizing” school textbooks. While this initiative raises legitimate questions about the inclusion of African history in education, it also demandsContinue Reading
Security dynamics in the Sahel are shifting rapidly after the unexpected withdrawal of the Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA) from Kidal. This strategic retreat has forced the Malian separatist group to seek new external support, with direct outreach to eastern Libya and the United Arab Emirates marking a decisiveContinue Reading
The government of Senegal has officially launched the clearance of public arrears totaling 1.9 trillion FCFA — equivalent to roughly 2.9 billion euros — before the end of the current fiscal year. The announcement, confirmed by a delegate minister at the Ministry of Economy, Finance, and Planning, prioritizes payments toContinue Reading