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The RFI interview with Ousmane Sonko wasn’t a spontaneous moment—it was the result of meticulous planning. A senior advisor to Senegal’s Prime Minister has recently revealed fresh details about how…
a paradigm shift in agricultural policy In a move that has reverberated across West African agricultural circles, the government of Bénin has unveiled a groundbreaking incentive for the 2026-2027 cotton…
The Tillabéri region remains a hotspot for armed violence in Niger. On the morning of June 12, 2026, around 7:00 AM, the village of Goungo Koré, within the Ayorou commune,…
Lire dans l’app Damien Glez Political cartoonist and editorialist Mayra Abdourahamane Tiani
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has finalized a staff-level agreement with Nigerien authorities, paving the way for a disbursement of approximately 17.8 billion West African CFA francs (26.3 million USD).…
Northern Mali now stands at a critical juncture as the Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA) has significantly heightened its mobilization efforts. Since late May, when its defense chief first…
Diplomacy Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey and Iran challenge Morocco’s African influence Massive mosque openings, religious leader training programs, and charitable initiatives — Morocco’s rivals in Africa are leveraging substantial financial…
Senegal’s top diplomat, Cheikh Niang, is charting a bold new course in West African diplomacy. As the country’s Minister of African Integration, Foreign Affairs, and Senegalese Abroad, he is prioritizing…
Rwandan Head of State Paul Kagame is scheduled to arrive in Lomé on Monday, June 15, 2026 for a high-level working visit aimed at deepening ties between Rwanda and Togo.…
The Head of State of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, delivered a landmark address this week, addressing the delicate matter of citizens living in exile. His message was unequivocal: the…
When comparing their economic strengths ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the contrast between Brazil and Morocco reveals unexpected dynamics. While Brazil enters the match with notable advantages, Morocco…
The newly elected President of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, convened his inaugural ministerial advisory council meeting this past Friday, signaling a decisive shift in governance priorities. The session, held in the…