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The geopolitical landscape of the Sahel region has recently witnessed a surge in sovereignist movements, often accompanied by public displays of Russian flags and pro-Moscow slogans. These demonstrations, framed as…
Since the launch of the Faso Mêbo initiative, over 261 million FCFA has reportedly been mobilized by mid-May 2026, according to official statements from the Ministry of Economy and Finance.…
Political fallout in Senegal over Ndiaga Seck arrest: Cheikh Bara Ndiaye defends Sonko The detention of opposition figure Ndiaga Seck has ignited sharp political reactions, with accusations of deliberate manipulation…
The simmering conflict along Chad’s borders has intensified in recent months, as President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno faces an unrelenting threat from the resurgent Boko Haram faction led by Bakura…
Mathieu Olivier Investigative deputy editor-in-chief terrorism Boko Haram Islamic State Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno Decades of hostilities: Chad’s Déby Itno battles Boko Haram’s Bakura Doro The conflict between Chad’s military…
“You have to know how to protect yourself.” These words, shared in a bustling Dakar street, capture the daily reality for many in Senegal, where state-sponsored homophobia forces individuals to…
An AS Monaco side that led 4-1 at halftime eventually fell to a dramatic 5-4 defeat against Strasbourg in the final match of the Ligue 1 season. The loss confirmed…
The National Assembly of Sénégal finds itself at the center of fresh controversy. A seemingly simple phrase—”send to your Orange Money number”—originating from an internal exchange among lawmakers or staffers,…
PSG PSG’s road to champions league final: rest, friendlies and tactical plans Twelve days without competitive matches lie ahead for Paris Saint-Germain after Sunday’s 2-1 loss to Paris FC in…
Nantes coach Vahid Halilhodzic in shock after abandoned Ligue 1 clash with Toulouse In an unprecedented turn of events, FC Nantes head coach Vahid Halilhodzic expressed his disbelief after the…
Analyzing Russia’s latest move in Mali: what’s really behind the Africa Corps’ statement Recent statements from the Africa Corps—aligned with Russian allies—have sent shockwaves through Bamako’s political circles. The message…
Thousands of students tackle national technical exams in Bénin The nationwide written examinations for the 2026 Diplôme de Technicien (DT) officially commenced on Monday, May 18, 2026, across all regions…