Kiiraay: a turning point in Senegal’s political landscape
Could Kiiraay signal a new era in Senegal’s political history? Two years after the Pastef party came to power, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has launched his own political movement. This bold move could reshape the nation’s political dynamics for years to come. On Saturday in Dakar, the head ofContinue Reading
Gabon Leverages Space Industry to Enhance Sovereignty and Resilience
The Gabonese government has turned its capital into a hub for discussing the country’s future in telecommunications, with a focus on overcoming geographical and technological challenges. By Abdoulaye Mounkaila — ReporterContinue Reading
Senegalese minister slams sonko’s victim mentality in defense of president faye
Featured Politics senegalese minister slams sonko’s victim mentality in defense of president faye 28/07/2026 Senegal’s Minister Yankhoba Diémé has sharply criticized former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, accusing him of fostering a culture of victimhood while staunchly defending President Bassirou Diomaye Faye against political attacks. In a candid interview, Diémé dismissedContinue Reading
Kroupi to barca at 100 million euros? The dream move that could reshape laLiga
Football fans across Europe are buzzing over the possibility of a blockbuster transfer that could send shockwaves through LaLiga and the Premier League alike. Elie Junior Kroupi, the 22-year-old French striker lighting up the pitch for Bournemouth, has set his sights on a dream move to FC Barcelona, a transferContinue Reading
Niger’s diplomatic shift amid ongoing security challenges
The administration led by General Abdourahamane Tiani has prioritized a strategic pivot away from traditional Western allies toward new partnerships, most notably with Russia, framing this realignment as a restoration of national sovereignty. This diplomatic repositioning has become central to the transitional government’s political narrative, positioning itself as a sovereignContinue Reading
Niger military leader mahmoud salah freed as rebel faction resumes fight
Military Leader Mahmoud Salah’s Release Sparks Renewed Tensions in Niger Niger’s political landscape has shifted dramatically following the release of influential military leader Mahmoud Salah, a move that has emboldened the Front pour la Libération du Peuple (FPL) to intensify its resistance against the ruling military regime led by GeneralContinue Reading
Burkina Faso security claims under scrutiny as ground reality contradicts government data
Burkina Faso’s transitional government has recently declared that it now controls 74.53% of the national territory, a figure intended to project an image of military progress and restored stability. Yet, when examining independent assessments, humanitarian reports, and the lived experiences of local communities, this official narrative appears more like aContinue Reading
Benin’s historic senate installation: talon and boni yayi stand together
Benin’s first Senate convenes ahead of landmark inauguration Benin’s political landscape is on the brink of a historic milestone as the nation prepares to inaugurate its first-ever Senate. In a pivotal gathering at the Sofitel Hotel in Cotonou, 23 of the 25 newly elected senators convened in closed-door sessions forContinue Reading
Côte d’Ivoire’s 2026-2030 national development plan: a strategic vision for growth
Côte d’Ivoire’s 2026-2030 national development plan: a strategic vision for growth The Côte d’Ivoire’s National Development Plan (PND) for 2026-2030 represents more than just a roadmap—it’s a bold declaration of the country’s ambitions to propel itself into a new era of economic resilience and social progress. This strategic framework isn’tContinue Reading
Fouzi Lekjaâ’s un appointment shakes up Morocco’s election race
In a move that has sent ripples through Morocco’s political landscape, Fouzi Lekjaâ, a prominent figure in the country’s football administration, has been named to a key position at the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). This unexpected appointment has injected fresh energy into the ongoing electoral campaign, reshaping strategicContinue Reading
Burkina Faso faces twin challenges of rising nationalism and security collapse
Nationalist symbolism struggles to mask deepening security crisis The line between political posturing and ground-level reality in Burkina Faso appears increasingly blurred. The military junta’s recent decision to introduce a “memory attire” for commemorating key decolonization milestones serves as a stark example. Marketed as a hallmark of restored sovereignty andContinue Reading
Africa’s critical minerals: navigating geopolitical pressure and local transformation
Critical minerals have become the new gold of the global economy, essential for powering clean energy and digital innovation. Africa, holding nearly a third of the world’s identified reserves of cobalt, lithium, nickel, graphite and rare earths, finds itself at the heart of an intense geopolitical rivalry. A high-level forumContinue Reading