For decades, Burkina Faso was recognized not for its crises but for a relative stability under Blaise Compaoré’s leadership. Though his rule faced persistent criticism—particularly regarding democratic stagnation and political repression—it was undeniably a period when daily life functioned with far fewer disruptions. Citizens traveled freely, farmers cultivated their land,Continue Reading
Bénin constitutional court reviews presidential election lessons The Constitutional Court of Benin concluded a five-day seminar in Agoué on Friday, July 17, evaluating the presidential election held on April 12, 2026. During this intensive review, justices examined the entire electoral process to highlight strengths, challenges, and areas for improvement aheadContinue Reading
Sixteen members of Niger’s Defense and Security Forces (FDS) were killed and twenty-three others wounded following a terrorist ambush on Friday, July 17, 2026, in the Tillabéri region. The attack targeted a military detachment conducting an administrative liaison mission along the Bankilaré–Téra axis, close to the village of Doungouro. AccordingContinue Reading
Economy Gabon tightens financial transparency to combat illicit flows By Editor-in-Chief July 19, 2026 71 No comment Libreville, Sunday, July 19, 2026 — In an era where shadowy financial networks fuel organized crime, terrorism, and corruption, the robustness of national oversight systems has become a critical benchmark for international credibility.Continue Reading
Economy Gabon advances public revenue modernization through tax and customs collaboration By Editor-in-Chief July 19, 2026 100 No comment Libreville, July 19, 2026 — A nation’s capacity to fund its growth hinges on its ability to secure revenue streams. In Gabon, this principle is taking on new urgency. By aligningContinue Reading
The security landscape in northern Mali has once again been marred by a devastating attack, leaving at least fifty soldiers dead. This latest assault, carried out by separatist fighters in collaboration with jihadist factions, underscores the persistent challenges facing the country’s stability. Questions over Africa Corps’ strategic role The incidentContinue Reading
The embassies of Belgium and France in Kinshasa have jointly issued a security advisory urging their nationals in the Democratic Republic of Congo to minimize non-essential travel and avoid venturing outdoors on July 22, 2026. This precaution coincides with a planned opposition rally organized by the C64 coalition, which hasContinue Reading
The Didier Badji affair, concerning a Senegalese gendarme who vanished in 2022, has finally reached a judicial conclusion four years after the events. This case, long shrouded in deep mystery, profoundly impacted public opinion in Dakar, both due to the victim’s profile as a member of the elite National GendarmerieContinue Reading
The collaboration between the African Development Bank (AfDB) and Cameroon continues to show a strong upward trend in approved funding volumes. However, this substantial financial commitment has yet to translate into an equivalent rate of resource utilization. Since the implementation of the Country Strategy Paper (CSP) 2023-2028, the pan-African institutionContinue Reading
Cameroon intensifies efforts against gold evasion, targets lost revenue Following the 2023 ITIE report, which highlighted a significant discrepancy between declared and exported gold in Cameroon, the government has initiated comprehensive measures to rectify the financial shortfalls. The 2023 ITIE report highlighted a troubling disparity between the quantities of goldContinue Reading
The Olympique de Marseille faces another potential blow to its squad, with Pierre-Emile Højbjerg emerging as a prime target for AC Milan. Following the recent departure rumors surrounding Mason Greenwood, the Italian club is reportedly eyeing the Danish midfielder as a strategic reinforcement to bolster its midfield. Meanwhile, Marseille remainsContinue Reading
Le marché du travail togolais est en pleine mutation. Avec l’essor de la Plateforme Industrielle d’Adétikopé (PIA), la digitalisation des banques et le développement des services, les diplômes classiques ne suffisent plus. Que vous soyez étudiant ou en reconversion, voici les compétences clés pour décrocher un emploi rapidement au TogoContinue Reading