Sonko launches probe into 2 billion FCFA irregularities in student laptop program An ambitious parliamentary investigation has been set in motion to scrutinize every aspect of the ‘One Student, One Laptop’ program’s procurement contracts. The Pastef parliamentary group, led by National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko, is spearheading a comprehensive inquiryContinue Reading
Across Cameroon’s lush southern regions, where cocoa trees flourish under the tropical climate, farmers are grappling with a harsh reality. The global price slump for cocoa has cast a shadow over their livelihoods, threatening the future of an industry that has long been the backbone of local economies. From theContinue Reading
The Republic of Bénin has taken a significant stride in fortifying its agricultural sector through the disbursement of 561.8 million FCFA to 94,905 rice and cotton farmers grappling with yield losses. Beyond the financial relief, this initiative underscores a transformative shift in the nation’s approach to mitigating risks faced byContinue Reading
Niger receives military aid shipment from Algeria Niamey, Niger — A strategic military aid package, including four fully equipped helicopters, has arrived in the capital city of Niamey. The consignment, dispatched by Algeria’s Ministry of National Defense (MDN), underscores the strengthening defense ties between the two nations. The shipment, executedContinue Reading
The appointment of a former president to lead the Bénin Senate has ignited lively discussions online and fueled speculation about hidden influence. Yet a close look at the constitutional framework shows a different story: a strict separation of powers where the Executive remains fully independent and the Legislative arm gainsContinue Reading
AES countries unite against misleading security claims The Burkinabè Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jean Marie Traoré, summoned Nigeria’s Chargé d’Affaires in Ouagadougou following remarks by Nigerian President Bola Tinubu regarding alleged security challenges in the three nations of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). The meeting, held on August 7,Continue Reading
Eight fatalities and one injury were recorded in a Boko Haram assault that unfolded late Friday in the Far North region of Cameroon, local authorities reported Saturday. The strike occurred around 11:00 PM in the village of Kangaleri, located in the Mayo-Sava department, casting a shadow of terror over theContinue Reading
On August 18th, global attention will converge on Los Angeles for a landmark event celebrating African music. Angélique Kidjo, an eminent figure in Béninese and pan-African music, is set to be honored with a star on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking her as the inaugural African artist toContinue Reading
Despite the significant display of military assets and a surge in offensive operations announced by authorities, the security situation across northern Burkina Faso remains profoundly precarious. Armed groups have not vanished from the landscape; instead, they have refined their tactics, largely avoiding direct confrontations in favor of a protracted warContinue Reading
The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), the leading Al-Qaeda-aligned jihadist coalition in the Sahel, mounted an assault on a Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) military camp in central Mali on Sunday, August 9. This operation adds to a lengthy series of attacks claimed by the militant networkContinue Reading
The international financial rating agency, Moody’s, has officially re-evaluated the Republic of Benin’s long-term sovereign credit rating, moving it from « B1 » to « Ba3 » with an accompanying « stable » outlook. This significant decision, announced on Friday, August 7, 2026, further solidifies the credibility and proven resilienceContinue Reading
Senegal’s imports experienced a significant upturn in June, climbing by 26.7% month-on-month. This notable rebound stands in stark contrast to the overall trend observed during the first half of the year. From January to June, the cumulative value of goods entering the country actually saw an 8% decrease, signaling aContinue Reading