Kigali, May 20, 2026 — The sleek halls of the Kigali Convention Centre buzzed with urgency as energy crises and industrial ambitions collided. On May 19, heads of state, nuclear energy experts, investors, and international partners gathered for the second edition of the Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa (NEISAContinue Reading
The long-standing dispute between Niger and its Chinese oil partners has finally reached a resolution. Niamey has confirmed the successful conclusion of negotiations with companies involved in upstream oil production and the pipeline transporting Nigerien crude to the Atlantic. This agreement marks the end of a protracted conflict that emergedContinue Reading
Mali’s transitional leader tightens grip on power following april 25 crisis The events of April 25 left an indelible mark on Mali’s political landscape, reshaping the balance of power in Bamako. Within days, Assimi Goïta, head of the transitional government, moved swiftly to reassert control, leveraging both military and institutionalContinue Reading
Across Sénégal, university corridors are buzzing with a new wave of politically minded students who refuse to draw a line between campus life and civic participation. For many, the lecture hall and the political arena are not separate worlds but complementary spaces where knowledge meets action. The belief that academicContinue Reading
A historic shift in Senegal’s aerial defense strategy unfolded as President Bassirou Diomaye appointed General Pape Cissé as the new Chief of Staff of the Senegalese Air Force, effective May 1, 2026. Strategic leadership transition strengthens national defense The appointment of General Cissé comes at a pivotal moment for Senegal’sContinue Reading
Manchester City’s hopes of retaining their Premier League title were dashed in dramatic fashion as they were held to a disappointing 1-1 draw by Bournemouth. The Citizens traveled to the Vitality Stadium determined to cut Arsenal’s lead to just two points before the final matchday, hoping to give Pep GuardiolaContinue Reading
Tchad Chad’s Supreme Court schedules Succès Masra case for May 21, 2026 hearing — 1 min read Judicial milestone confirmed as Chad’s top court sets date for Succès Masra appeal The legal battle surrounding opposition leader Succès Masra has reached a critical phase. The Judicial Chamber of Chad’s Supreme CourtContinue Reading
tennis Coup dur pour Carlos Alcaraz : blessé au poignet, l’Espagnol déclare forfait pour Wimbledon après avoir déjà renoncé à Roland-Garros By Aïssata Issa — AnalystContinue Reading
African leaders push for fair nuclear energy partnerships at Kigali summit The Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa is in full swing in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, drawing high-level African leaders. On May 19, Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé outlined his vision for nuclear energy in Africa, advocating for balancedContinue Reading
The Togolese capital, Lomé, has embraced a policy mirroring that of Cotonou. The government in Togo recently declared the complete abolition of entry visas for all citizens hailing from African nations. This landmark decision bears a striking resemblance to the regional integration strategy initiated by neighboring Bénin in 2016. Lomé’sContinue Reading
The Sambisa Forest: once a haven, now a battleground for Nigeria’s militants Once a sprawling 60,000-square-kilometre natural reserve in north-eastern Nigeria, teeming with wildlife and drawing tourists from across Africa, the Sambisa Forest has transformed into a deadly stronghold. The dense canopy that once sheltered elephants and antelopes now concealsContinue Reading
Dakar is this week hosting a pivotal gathering as the fourth edition of the Environment and Energy University kicks off, bringing together policymakers, researchers, civil society leaders, and technical partners to address Senegal’s ecological and energy future. The two-day event, running from May 19 to 20, serves as a criticalContinue Reading