Africa-forward summit in Nairobi: forging a renewed french-african partnership
Nairobi hosts pivotal Africa-Forward summit to redefine French-African relations All attention is focused on the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, where a landmark Africa-Forward summit commences today. Co-chaired by French President Emmanuel Macron and Kenyan President William RutoContinue Reading
Repeated miscarriages among young mothers in Chad: a hidden crisis
Across neighborhoods in N’Djamena and smaller cities throughout Chad, the rise in repeated miscarriages among women in their twenties has become a growing concern. These young mothers face a complex web of medical and social challenges that often go unaddressed. Stigma, insufficient awareness, and limited access to specialized care contributeContinue Reading
Youssouf Mahamat Youssouf: death of Chad’s ouaddaï provincial council president
The late Youssouf Mahamat Youssouf, president of the Ouaddaï Provincial Council in Chad, passed away during the night from Sunday to Monday at the Modern Hospital of N’Djamena. His death followed a brief illness that had recently taken a toll on his health. Youssouf Mahamat Youssouf was a prominent figureContinue Reading
Mali crisis deepens: strategic stakes and regional spillover effects
The Mali crisis: strategic stakes and regional spillover effects Since 2012, Mali has faced a multidimensional crisis that has reshaped Sahel geopolitics. The progressive erosion of central state authority has led to territorial fragmentation, where armed groups and foreign powers vie for control. Once a cornerstone of Western counterterrorism strategiesContinue Reading
Babily Dembélé: a journey of resilience in politics and business
Raised in humble circumstances, Babily Dembélé has forged an extraordinary path in Côte d’Ivoire, distinguished by his resilience, unwavering determination, and commitment to societal development. As an architect, politician, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, his life story is a testament to overcoming adversity through hard work and vision. Born into a familyContinue Reading
Mali: the growing disparity between official narratives and the grim reality on northern routes
The desolate landscape along Mali’s northern supply arteries paints a harrowing picture: charred vehicle remains, decaying food provisions, and lifeless bodies discarded by the roadside. A pervasive stench of death hangs heavy, a grim testament to the pervasive violence gripping the nation. Yet, confronted with this profound humanitarian and securityContinue Reading
Deadly strikes on lake Chad: nigerian fishermen feared drowned
Deadly strikes on Lake Chad: Nigerian fishermen feared drowned Recent airstrikes by the Chadian army targeting jihadist positions on Lake Chad may have resulted in the deaths of dozens of Nigerian fishermen, according to multiple accounts gathered Sunday. Aerial assaults against Boko Haram strongholds Since Friday, Chadian fighter jets haveContinue Reading
Inaugural event and advocacy competition by club ohada uam in Niamey
Club OHADA UAM’s official launch and OHADA Law Pleading Ace Contest in Niamey 🇳🇪 Niger As de la Plaidoirie en Droit OHADAClub OHADAConcoursNiamey The Club OHADA of Université Abdou Moumouni in Niamey (Club OHADA UAM) is pleased to announce its official inaugural event, scheduled for May 22 and 23, 2026.Continue Reading
Why the EU is locking the Togo as its last strategic stronghold in the Sahel
The European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its partnership with Togo amid escalating international tensions. This declaration was made in Lomé by the Head of the EU Delegation to Togo, Gwilym Ceri Jones, during Europe Day, a celebration held annually on May 9th. This year, the focusContinue Reading
Kémi Séba: modern panafricanism or a hollow facade?
As South Africa’s courts prepare to rule on Kémi Séba’s fate, the Bénin-born activist faces extradition after his mid-April arrest while attempting to cross into Zimbabwe. With 1.5 million social media followers, Séba has become a lightning rod for debates on whether he truly embodies today’s panafricanism. His story forcesContinue Reading
Venance konan explores the modern faces of panafricanism today
The imminent verdict from South African courts on the fate of Kémi Séba—arrested in April while attempting to enter Zimbabwe clandestinely—has sparked a critical question: Is this controversial internet personality, with 1.5 million followers, the true heir to modern panafricanism? Writer Venance Konan examines the movement’s evolution and its currentContinue Reading
Niger suspends international media outlets over national security concerns
Niger takes decisive action against foreign media outlets amid rising security tensions In a bold move to safeguard national stability, Niger’s Observatoire national de la communication (ONC), led by Ibrahim Manzo Diallo, announced the suspension of nine prominent francophone and pan-African media outlets. The decision, disclosed on the public broadcasterContinue Reading