Niger: the unraveling of Tiani’s rule after the failed coup and what it means for the country’s future
When a leader who seized power through a coup begins to fear being toppled himself, the consequences ripple far beyond the presidential palace. In Niger, the fallout from the 29 August coup attempt has sparked a far-reaching purge that is reshaping the country’s political landscape and raising uncomfortable questions aboutContinue Reading
Niger’s CFPD fallout: what the 1.8 billion FCFA monthly fund fight means for the junta’s future
The fallout from Niger’s CFPD battle: a power struggle measured in 1.8 billion FCFA a month A fierce internal battle is reshaping Niger’s military leadership, and the fallout is now spilling into public debate and the country’s political outlook. At the heart of the fight is the Commandement des ForcesContinue Reading
Mali press reform: after the talks, the hard questions nobody wants to answer
The recent employer-led consultations and the proposed prefiguration cell for media self-regulation have produced a carefully staged display of unity. Yet the reality on the ground tells a different story. Behind the polite endorsement and the lukewarm “yes, but” coming from the Cadre de concertation des faîtières — the umbrellaContinue Reading
After Tiani’s Libya gambit: fallout, debate and where the Fezzan conflict goes next
The fallout from Niger’s deepening involvement in southern Libya is now driving a heated debate in Niamey and across the Sahel — and raising hard questions about what comes next. General Abdourahamane Tiani, who spent his first years in power defending his position at home, has increasingly turned his attentionContinue Reading
Benin–Cuba economic revival: reactions, debate and what comes next
A historic partnership enters a new phase The Republic of Benin and the Republic of Cuba are opening a fresh chapter in their long history of cooperation. Following a diplomatic meeting in Cotonou between Cuba’s ambassador, Denisse Amaro Salabarría, and leaders of the Benin Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIContinue Reading
One year after Marguerite Gnakadé’s arrest, Togo weighs the fallout and what lies ahead
Exactly twelve months have passed since Marguerite Essossimna Gnakadé, a former minister of the armed forces, was taken into custody on September 17, 2025. The anniversary has reignited public debate in Lomé and beyond, prompting fresh questions about the trajectory of Togo’s political landscape and the price of speaking outContinue Reading
Niger’s defense spending fight: why the CFPD money trail matters for every citizen
What the CFPD dispute means for Niger’s soldiers, businesses and public purse A single signed decree. Billions of FCFA potentially in play. A new defense architecture. A reshuffling of responsibilities. Then the arrival of another mobilization structure. Viewed one by one, these developments could pass for routine administrative or militaryContinue Reading
Gabon’s Washington envoy sparks debate: what lies ahead for US-Gabon relations
Diplomatic Fallout and Public Reaction After Ndong Ella’s Washington Arrival Gabon’s new ambassador to the United States, Baudelaire Ndong Ella, has officially begun his duties in Washington, presenting his credentials to President Donald Trump in a ceremony at the White House. The appointment has ignited public debate about the futureContinue Reading
Mali’s pivot to Washington: the real-world fallout for citizens, businesses and the economy
For years, the story was straightforward. After pushing out French and European forces, Mali turned to Russia. Under General Assimi Goïta, Bamako made Moscow its primary security partner, welcoming first Wagner fighters and later Africa Corps operatives, while steadily severing ties with Western partners. By 2026, that narrative is cracking.Continue Reading
How Niger’s uranium shift hits households and businesses as Dasa rises and SOMAÏR falls
Niger’s uranium shake-up: what it means for households and businesses The collapse of uranium output at SOMAÏR and the $414 million American investment in the Dasa project are not just mining news — they carry real consequences for Niger’s economy, jobs, and public finances. As SOMAÏR, long operated by theContinue Reading
Mali’s drone war leaves 731 civilians dead — and a trail of shattered livelihoods
In Mali, armed drones have reshaped the battlefield — and the bill is being paid by ordinary people. What was sold as precision warfare against insurgent groups has instead left hundreds of civilians dead, according to a joint investigation drawing on field evidence, satellite imagery and casualty tracking. Between SeptemberContinue Reading
Benin’s new engineering master’s set to reshape local industry and reduce reliance on foreign experts
Benin’s higher education system has taken a decisive step that could ripple through the national economy for years to come. On 15 September 2026, the Sèmè City Institute of Technology (SCITI) and the University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne (URCA) signed a strategic agreement to launch a Master’s programme in “Design EngineeringContinue Reading