Ten years of Patrice Talon’s leadership in Benin
Benin’s gratitude: a decade of progress under Patrice Talon As Patrice Talon prepares to hand over power to Romuald Wadagni, his decade-long presidency leaves behind a profoundly transformed Benin. From groundbreaking infrastructure projects to unprecedented political stability, the years under his leadership have revitalized the nation’s pride and momentum. aContinue Reading
Senegalese football federation united in appeal against caf decision
Roughly two months ago, the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) displayed considerable unity. This cohesion emerged after the appeals jury of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) issued a ruling that stripped the Lions de la Teranga of their African championship title, subsequently awarding it to Morocco. In response, the FSFContinue Reading
Senegal football academies: the engine behind world cup 2026 dreams
Under the scorching Dakar sun on a Wednesday afternoon, the synthetic pitch at CICES buzzes with an energy unlike any other. Away from the hustle of the VDN highway, Be Sport Academy buzzes like a hive, alive with ambition and purpose. Souleymane, 15, meticulously ties his laces. Around him, hisContinue Reading
Press freedom under severe threat across the Sahel states
On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day this past Sunday, May 3rd, a deeply concerning situation has emerged: in West Africa, the act of reporting has transformed into a perilous, even heroic, endeavor. Following the ascent of military administrations, nations such as Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso — collectivelyContinue Reading
Dr seydou coulibaly’s transformative tenure at who Burkina Faso
Dr Seydou Coulibaly’s transformative tenure at WHO Burkina Faso Ouagadougou – After completing a remarkable four-year term as the World Health Organization (WHO) Representative in Burkina Faso, Dr. Seydou Coulibaly is preparing to depart the nation. His leadership was distinctly characterized by an innovative approach, an unwavering dedication to publicContinue Reading
Escalating conflict in Mali as armed groups advance toward Bamako
The northern regions of Mali are gripped by unease as the country’s security landscape undergoes a dramatic shift. Within days, the balance of power has been upended, with armed factions making rapid gains. The Groupe de soutien à l’islam et aux musulmans (JNIM) has escalated its campaign by issuing anContinue Reading
Football rivalry between Senegal and Morocco: when emotions run high
The moment I stepped into Dakar, I felt a flicker of unease. The Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) final was still fresh in everyone’s mind—a rivalry that had festered into something far more bitter than a sports match. The tension wasn’t imagined; it was real. Amadou, the taxi driver—a manContinue Reading
Fuel cost disparity: Côte d’Ivoire’s prices exceed Bénin’s despite oil production
As May 2026 unfolds, the delicate economic stability across West Africa faces a fresh challenge. Amidst households striving to safeguard their savings against persistent inflationary pressures, a stark reality emerges at fuel stations: a notable divergence in pricing has taken root between Côte d’Ivoire and Bénin. Côte d’Ivoire: The paradoxContinue Reading
Joint anti-terrorism airstrikes in Mali by Sahel alliance
The Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—has executed coordinated aerial operations within Mali in response to a surge of violent attacks linked to al-Qaeda and Tuareg separatist factions, as confirmed by Niger’s government late last week. Over the preceding weekend, these militant groups launched their mostContinue Reading
Mali’s state funeral for late defence minister sadio camara
Mali Honors Former Defence Minister Sadio Camara with State Funeral Mali recently held a state funeral to honor Sadio Camara, the country’s former Defence Minister, whose life was tragically cut short during a coordinated jihadist assault on military positions across the nation. The ceremony, broadcast nationwide, was attended by AssimiContinue Reading
Algeria and the Sahel crisis: why Mali’s instability threatens regional security
On April 25, Mali witnessed an unprecedented coordinated assault that transcended its decade-long conflict. Islamist militants and Tuareg separatists executed simultaneous strikes on military outposts and civilian hubs, seizing control of Kidal—a northern stronghold—and extending their reach toward Bamako. For the wider Sahel region, particularly Algeria, the crisis has shiftedContinue Reading