At the launch of Senegal Space Week 2026, General Birame Diop, representing President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, delivered a keynote address that underscored the critical role of space technology in modern security challenges. Addressing a gathering of international experts and partners, he emphasized that today’s security threats—from terrorism and piracy toContinue Reading
The Malian junta’s misplaced trust in Russian mercenaries fuels insurgency and economic collapse When the Malian military leadership invited Russian mercenary forces into the country in 2021, their strategic focus shifted sharply toward suppressing Touareg rebels in the northern regions. Analysts now argue this redirection of military resources inadvertently grantedContinue Reading
The political landscape in Centrafrique has grown increasingly volatile following the official involvement of Russian mercenary forces in regional security operations. This development has directly impacted the leadership dynamics of the Mouvement Patriotique pour la Centrafrique (MPC), pushing former and current leaders into a tense standoff in Bossangoa. what ledContinue Reading
Kidnapping has evolved into a lucrative industry for Boko Haram, fueling its armed campaign across Nigeria, Cameroon, Niger, and Chad. This criminal enterprise has become a primary revenue stream for the jihadist group, enabling it to sustain its operations and expand its influence in the Lake Chad Basin region. theContinue Reading
Kidnapping as Boko Haram’s economic lifeline in West Africa Kidnapping has evolved into a structured industry for Boko Haram, fueling its decade-long insurgency across Nigeria, Cameroon, Niger, and Chad. The group’s ransom-driven model has expanded beyond ideological motives to become a primary revenue stream, financing weapons, recruitment, and territorial controlContinue Reading
Sénégal’s 2025 UEMOA Review Highlights Mixed Progress in Regional Integration Efforts Dakar recently hosted a pivotal gathering as Minister of Finance and Budget Cheikh Diba presided over the political phase of the annual UEMOA review of reforms, policies, programs, and community projects in Sénégal. The high-profile session brought together PresidentContinue Reading
Manon Aubry condemns escalating anti-LGBTQ+ persecution in Senegal French MEP Manon Aubry has sharply criticized the intensifying crackdown on LGBTQ+ individuals in Senegal, urging urgent intervention from Paris to protect those at risk and condemn what she terms state-sanctioned persecution. French politician decries Senegal’s homophobic legal framework Manon Aubry, LeftContinue Reading
With the Premier League title hanging by a thread, Manchester City will be locked in a high-stakes battle at Bournemouth this evening. The Citizens, currently second in the standings, trail leaders Arsenal by just two points with only two matchdays remaining, meaning every point matters in their quest for glory.Continue Reading
Mali: the looming shadow of JNIM and the juncture of despair As Mali’s military rulers cling to power amid spiraling insecurity and jihadist promises of an Islamic state, citizens confront an unthinkable dilemma—choosing between a failed regime and a radical alternative.Continue Reading
The summer transfer window at Olympique de Marseille (OM) promises to be anything but quiet. With the club’s financial health under intense scrutiny due to the absence of UEFA Champions League revenue, key decisions loom over player sales to balance the books. Among the names circulating in transfer speculation, oneContinue Reading
french activists and lawmakers rally against Senegal’s anti-lgbtq+ laws STOP homophobie, a french association, is currently assisting 68 detained individuals in Senegal following the country’s recent criminalization of same-sex relationships. 1 min read French civil society organizations and elected officials are mobilizing to support LGBTQ+ individuals in Senegal after theContinue Reading
Senegal drawn in Group J for CAN 2027 qualifiers The Senegal national team has learned its fate for the CAN 2027 qualifiers, landing in Group J alongside Mozambique, Sudan, and Ethiopia. As defending champions, the Lions must remain sharp against opponents with a proven track record on the continent. GroupContinue Reading