Mali: un silence troublant face aux exactions contre soldats et civils
In the vast expanse of northern Mali, where the echoes of conflict rarely cease, a new wave of violence has left the international community stunned. Reports emerging from the region paint a grim picture: soldiers from the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) captured during ambushes have allegedly been subjected to tortureContinue Reading
Niger three years after the coup: rights under severe strain
Three years after General Abdourahamane Tiani led a military takeover in Niger, the country remains locked in a deepening crisis that has eroded fundamental freedoms and democratic institutions. A damning new assessment from Human Rights Watch underscores how the ruling Conseil National pour la Sauvegarde de la Patrie (CNSP) hasContinue Reading
Rabat desalination plant talks resume between Veolia and Morocco
The Moroccan government and Veolia, the French multinational, have reignited discussions on the strategic Rabat desalination plant project, designed to produce 300 million cubic meters of water annually. The initiative, backed by Paris, has regained momentum after months of stalled negotiations, marking a significant shift in bilateral cooperation. Key detailsContinue Reading
Mali Morocco joint cooperation forum kicks off in Bamako july 2026
The partnership between Mali and Morocco is entering a pivotal new chapter, as announced by the Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. From July 21 to 24, 2026, Bamako will host the fourth session of the High-Level Joint Cooperation Commission, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations. OverContinue Reading
Sénégalais react to Sonko being declared persona non grata in Touba
Top stories Senegal news Touba Descendants of Serigne Touba declare Ousmane Sonko ‘persona non grata’ in Touba A collective representing the descendants of Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba—founder of the Mouride brotherhood—has escalated its confrontation with opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. Following a defamation complaint filed in response to his remarks about allegedContinue Reading
Niger: military junta accused of worsening human rights crisis
Niger’s human rights crisis deepens under military rule As Niger approaches the third anniversary of the July 26, 2023 coup, a leading international watchdog has issued a stark warning about the escalating erosion of human rights in the country. According to Human Rights Watch, the military-led administration under General AbdourahamaneContinue Reading
US mulls military strikes on JNIM in Mali amid security concerns
The administration under former President Donald Trump is exploring the possibility of a U.S. military intervention targeting the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated faction operating in Mali and designated as a terrorist organization by Washington since 2018. Divisions within the U.S. government over aContinue Reading
Niamey faces rising food prices due to agricultural planning gaps
Why Niamey’s vegetable prices are spiraling out of control In Niamey, the heart of Niger’s capital, households are grappling with a harsh economic reality: the cost of essential vegetables has skyrocketed, pushing many families into deeper food insecurity. Tomatoes and cabbage, staples in local diets, now come with price tagsContinue Reading
Rising xenophobia in Senegal amid foreigner crackdowns
For Amadou Bangoura, a 30-year-old Beninese student, that evening in late June will forever remain etched in his memory. Around 10 p.m., he left his gym in the Liberté 6 district of Dakar, his papers in order after five years of living legally in Senegal. The streets were nearly empty,Continue Reading
Russian military presence in Togo sparks strategic debates in west africa
The recent deployment of Russian troops to Togo, following the inauguration of a Russian military base on July 12, 2026, has intensified discussions about the true intentions behind Moscow’s expanding influence in West Africa. According to official statements, these soldiers are positioned to support Togo’s counterterrorism efforts and enhance theContinue Reading
Cameroon’s untapped billions in development loans
Posted today at 12:11 PM Reading time: 3 minutes. File generated on Read in the app Summarize Omer Mbadi Cameroun correspondent Banque mondiale African Development Bank By Abdoulaye Mounkaila — ReporterContinue Reading
Aladji bamba set for high-profile premier league move from monaco
After weeks of intense negotiations, AS Monaco and Newcastle United have finalized a landmark deal for the transfer of Aladji Bamba, valuing the young French-Guinean midfielder at over €40 million, including performance-based bonuses. The 20-year-old talent, born in Blois, France, to Guinean parents, has received clearance to travel to EnglandContinue Reading