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Could the United States soon expand its military footprint in Africa? Conversations within the Trump administration suggest Washington is weighing potential strikes against the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), an…
Ndeye Rokhaya Thiam, the newly appointed leader of Senegal’s Conseil Sénégalais des Chargeurs (COSEC), has publicly reaffirmed her unwavering loyalty to opposition figure Ousmane Sonko despite escalating political tensions in…
Tensions at the highest level of government in Senegal continue to draw reactions after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, once close allies, found themselves at…
Shocking reports of soldiers tortured and killed in northern Mali ignite international condemnation Severe allegations of war crimes have surfaced following violent clashes in northern Mali, with mounting evidence suggesting…
Rabat’s desalination plant project back on track after months of stalled negotiations The ambitious desalination plant project in Rabat, Morocco, is regaining momentum as Veolia and the Moroccan Ministry of…
Niger’s human rights crisis worsens as military tightens grip Breaking news. As Niger approaches the third anniversary of the July 26, 2023 military takeover, Human Rights Watch has issued a…
The Trump administration is exploring the possibility of a US military intervention in Mali to combat the Group for Supporting Islam and Muslims (JNIM), a coalition affiliated with Al-Qaeda, according…
Niamey is grappling with an alarming surge in essential vegetable prices, exposing deep-rooted flaws in agricultural strategy and government inaction. As households struggle to keep up with the rising cost…
AS Monaco and Newcastle United have finalized a landmark transfer agreement for 20-year-old midfielder Aladji Bamba, valuing the deal at over €40 million including performance-based bonuses. The young French-Guinean talent,…
The long shadow of political history shows that military leaders who seize power often face a recurring dilemma: mistaking rhetorical strength for tangible influence, and interpreting public silence—often born of…
A growing wave of resignations among senior figures at Pastef has exposed deep fractures within Senegal’s ruling party, raising questions about the future of its leadership and political direction. What…
An unexpected political turn in Bénin In a move that has sent shockwaves through the political landscape of Bénin, former President Thomas Boni Yayi has announced his intention to take…