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A significant policy adjustment in West Africa’s agricultural landscape has been announced. For the upcoming 2026-2027 cotton season, the Beninese government has committed to providing an exceptional bonus of 10 …
Benin’s strategic shift: conditional incentives for cotton sector productivity Read More
The Tillabéri region has once again been struck by armed violence. On the morning of Friday, June 12, 2026, the village of Goungo Koré, within the Ayorou municipality, came under …
Niger: rising terror threat sparks double tragedy in Ayorou Read More
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has finalized a staff-level agreement with Nigerien authorities, paving the way for an imminent disbursement of 26.3 million dollars—approximately 17.8 billion West African CFA francs—to …
Niger secures crucial IMF funding to bolster economic reforms Read More
Tensions are markedly rising in northern Mali. The Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA) has significantly amplified its appeals for a general mobilization, initially launched in late May by its …
Azawad liberation front escalates mobilization in northern Mali Read More
In a significant political declaration, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the Head of State of Burkina Faso, has articulated the government’s position regarding Burkinabè citizens residing abroad. The presidential communication unequivocally states …
Burkina Faso: president Traoré outlines conditions for exiled citizens’ return Read More
In an intriguing economic face-off, the expected frontrunner, Brazil, faces a surprising challenge from Morocco, which appears poised to outperform on key indicators. Brazil’s economic might: size with inherent vulnerabilities …
An economic showdown: Morocco edges out Brazil in the 2026 world cup analysis Read More
The capital of Mali, Bamako, is currently gripped by profound apprehension following the dissemination of a new video by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) on …
Heightened tension grips Bamako after JNIM video broadcast Read More
Togo’s primary economic artery faces imminent disruption. The union representing employees of the Port Autonome de Lomé (PAL) has formally issued a three-day strike notice, scheduled for June 25-27, 2026. …
Looming industrial action at Lomé port threatens regional economic stability Read More
The Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA), a Tuareg rebel faction, has established a strategic logistical artery connecting Libya to northern Mali, traversing Niger. This critical route is understood to …
Southern Libya: a pivotal logistical nexus for Tuareg rebel operations in Mali Read More
Departing from continental political traditions where owning a presidential fleet symbolises sovereignty and prestige, Bénin maintains a radical course. By deliberately choosing an ‘asset-light’ management model, the Béninese government prioritises …
Bénin’s asset-light model spares public funds from luxury liabilities Read More
The President of the Republic of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, embarked on a landmark working visit to Bamako on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Welcomed by Mali’s Head of State, General Assimi …
Benin and Mali strengthen bilateral ties with strategic agreements Read More
A significant step has been taken in the ideological reorientation of Burkina Faso. Effective June 1st, an official directive now mandates all public administrative bodies to utilize the term « …
Burkina Faso’s public administration embraces ‘comrade’ in a new ideological chapter Read More