N’Djamena to host African Water Forum in 2026
The African Water Forum, themed From Vision to Action, will take place in N’Djamena, Chad, on July 15 and 16, 2026. This high-level event will convene policymakers, experts, and stakeholders from across the continent to address pressing water challenges and opportunities. Chad’s pivotal role in continental water governance During aContinue Reading
Senegal’s pastef party to elect new leader with sonko as sole candidate
The Patriotic Africans of Senegal for Work, Ethics, and Fraternity (Pastef) party is set to hold its first-ever national elective congress on June 6 and 7, 2026, in Dakar. This landmark event will focus on electing the party’s new president while outlining strategic political directions for the coming years. InContinue Reading
Nigeria: boko haram blamed for school kidnappings in oyo state
The Nigerian military has confirmed that the recent abduction of dozens of students and teachers in Oyo State, southern Nigeria, was orchestrated by fighters from Boko Haram. A military spokesperson revealed in an official statement that the perpetrators belonged to the jihadist faction Jama’at Ahl al-Sunnah li-l-Da’awah wa al-Jihad—widely recognizedContinue Reading
Senegal’s political leaders face dual agendas amid national consultations
In Senegal, a pivotal political week unfolds as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko navigate the complexities of shared governance. The delicate balance at the heart of the executive branch has once again taken center stage, drawing attention to the dynamics between the two leaders. President FayeContinue Reading
African nations recognized for economic excellence and public policy at 20th anniversary of the African Economy Builders
In celebration of its 20th anniversary, the pan-African platform known as Les Bâtisseurs de l’Économie Africaine (African Economy Builders) has named several countries as winners for their outstanding public policies and sectoral achievements. These distinctions highlight the states that have driven significant social and economic progress across the continent. ThisContinue Reading
Senegal prime minister reaffirms tough stance on homosexuality laws
Senegal prime minister reaffirms tough stance on homosexuality laws The Senegalese Prime Minister has doubled down on plans to tighten legislation against homosexuality, stressing that enforcement will be unwavering. Amid escalating international scrutiny, he dismissed foreign interference and insisted Senegal will assert its sovereignty on this deeply divisive issue. TheContinue Reading
Senegal tightens stance on homosexuality under Sonko’s leadership
Senegal tightens stance on homosexuality under Sonko’s leadership Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has once again underscored the government’s resolve to enforce stricter laws against homosexuality in Senegal, emphasizing the importance of uniform legal application. Amid mounting international scrutiny, he defends the nation’s sovereign right to determine its own stance onContinue Reading
FINADEV Tchad liquidated by COBAC after licence withdrawal
The Central African Banking Commission (COBAC) has revoked the operating licence of Financial Development Tchad (FINADEV Tchad S.A.), a microfinance institution in Chad’s capital, N’Djamena, triggering its official liquidation. In an official statement dated February 5, 2026, the COBAC imposed this disciplinary measure, stripping FINADEV Tchad S.A. of its second-categoryContinue Reading
Nigeria security crisis boko haram targets children in southern villages
The Nigerian military has confirmed that Boko Haram is behind a recent wave of child abductions in southern communities, heightening fears across the region. The distressing trend follows a brutal assault in Yobe State, where armed fighters targeted civilians, leaving dozens dead and many families grieving. escalation in violence raisesContinue Reading
Islamic state in the Sahel: persistent threat in northern Mali despite jnim focus
Despite the JNIM’s growing prominence, the Islamic State’s Sahel Province maintains a firm grip on Mali’s northeast, particularly in Gao and Ménaka regions. The Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS), now known as the Islamic State Sahel Province (ISSP), continues to exert control over key areas in Mali, especiallyContinue Reading
Cristian Romero misses Tottenham relegation battle to attend Argentinian final
Premier League Tottenham Cristian Romero misses Tottenham relegation battle to attend Argentinian final Friday, May 22 at 11:18 Questions about the dedication of Tottenham players are mounting. While the Spurs face a critical Premier League survival showdown against Everton, their club captain Cristian Romero will be absent from the TottenhamContinue Reading
Côte d’Ivoire launches financial services satisfaction barometer to boost trust
New digital platform to measure customer experience in Côte d’Ivoire’s financial sector The Côte d’Ivoire Financial Services Satisfaction Barometer, a cutting-edge digital platform designed to capture real-time user experiences, was officially unveiled in Abidjan last month. The launch event brought together key officials from the Ministry of Economy, Finance andContinue Reading