Togo: tensions escalate over removal of traditional chief’s recognition
The Togo is currently experiencing heightened tensions following the alleged withdrawal of official recognition for Togbui Adjikou Lanklivi I, the traditional leader of the Adakpamé Kpota-Colas district in Lomé’s Golfe 1 municipality. The situation has sparked intense discussions across customary, administrative, and political circles, with debates centering on legal, protocol-related,Continue Reading
Niger prepares for 2026 rainy season risks with covacc warnings
As the rainy season approaches, Nigerien authorities are sounding the alarm. The Operational Centre for Monitoring, Alerting and Crisis Management (COVACC) warns of substantial risks of livestock losses and material damage due to the first storms expected across the country’s agropastoral belt. The COVACC, under the supervision of the NigerienContinue Reading
Kemi Seba extradition fears: why the Bénin claim lacks credibility
The extradition process of Kemi Seba—officially Stellio Gilles Robert Capo Chichi—is unfolding in Pretoria, where the Franco-Béninois activist continues to make bold claims. In court, this outspoken figure, known for his provocative rhetoric, has framed his impending return to Bénin as a life-or-death scenario. Yet, when examined against legal realitiesContinue Reading
Luis Enrique hails Lens-PSG clash as a “celebration for french football”
Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, the Spanish coach expressed his desire to fully enjoy the upcoming fixture against their closest rival, a match that could officially crown PSG as French champions this Wednesday. Just three days after their crucial 1-0 victory over Brest, which virtually guaranteed their 14thContinue Reading
Boko Haram’s resurgence in Lake Chad region challenges regional security
Military losses mount in the Sahel as Boko Haram’s influence intensifies along the shores of Lake Chad. The armed group’s latest assault on a Chadian military outpost left 24 soldiers dead, prompting a stern response from President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno of Chad. In a statement released via social media,Continue Reading
Boko Haram’s resurgence in Lake Chad region sparks regional alarm
The President of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, issued a stern warning following a brazen assault by Boko Haram militants: “We will intensify our fight with renewed vigor until this threat is completely eliminated”. His statement, shared on social media, came in response to the deadly attack on the BarkaContinue Reading
Boko Haram’s resurgence in Lake Chad region sparks chadian response
Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno made a bold declaration following a recent assault by a faction of the Islamist militant group Boko Haram. In a Facebook post dated May 5th, he vowed to intensify efforts to eliminate the threat posed by the insurgents, emphasizing the government’s unwavering commitment toContinue Reading
Boko Haram threat escalates in Lake Chad region despite military efforts
Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno vowed an unrelenting campaign against terrorism after a deadly attack by Boko Haram militants on a military base along the Lake Chad shoreline. In a statement posted on social media, the President reaffirmed his commitment to eradicating the extremist group, declaring, “We will intensifyContinue Reading
Senegal’s leadership duo under scrutiny as political tensions rise
Within Senegal’s political landscape, the relationship between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has become a focal point for opposition criticism. Abdou Mbow, a prominent member of the Takku Wallu parliamentary group and a key figure in the former ruling party Alliance pour la République (APR), hasContinue Reading
Côte d’Ivoire dissolves electoral commission amid political tensions
File generated on Share Long a flashpoint in Côte d’Ivoire’s political landscape, the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) has been dissolved by the government. The announcement came on May 6 through government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly, who stated that a “new era” would begin with the move. The stated goal is toContinue Reading
Regional transit in central africa: N’Djamena hosts key logistics forum
On May 11, 2026, transport and logistics stakeholders from Cameroon, Chad, and the Central African Republic convened in N’Djamena for the fifth tripartite forum focused on advancing regional transit of goods through Cameroonian ports. The two-day event brought together port authorities, logistics operators, and government officials to tackle persistent bottlenecksContinue Reading
Regional leaders convene in N’Djamena to optimize trans-cameroonian corridor trade
N’Djamena, the capital city of Chad, has been the focal point since Monday, May 11, 2026, for the fifth iteration of a crucial tripartite forum. This gathering brings together key stakeholders from Chad, Cameroon, and the Central African Republic (CAR) to deliberate on pressing issues concerning transit and sub-regional trade.Continue Reading