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The maritime security landscape of Senegal is undergoing a significant transformation. Following the formal exit of French military forces from its territory in 2024, Dakar is now turning to Turkey…
The recent cyberattack targeting Senegal’s Public Treasury has intensified concerns about digital security in Dakar. Over the past six months, three key government departments have fallen victim to breaches, thrusting…
Ivorian opposition leader summoned by investigating judge in Abidjan Assalé Tiémoko Antoine, president of Aujourd’hui et Demain, la Côte d’Ivoire (Adci) In a significant legal development, Assalé Tiémoko Antoine, leader…
PDCI-RDA pushes for political talks to resolve Côte d’Ivoire’s challenges The Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire – African Democratic Rally (PDCI-RDA), the country’s leading opposition party, has renewed calls for…
The moment of truth has arrived for Burkina Faso’s transitional government. Despite bold declarations in Ouagadougou about breaking free from regional dependence, concrete evidence now confirms that Captain Ibrahim Traoré…
Hantavirus outbreak in Senegal and rising debt spark national debate The West African nation of Senegal is currently grappling with a hantavirus outbreak that has heightened public health concerns nationwide.…
The administration led by General Abdourahamane Tiani is pushing forward with a sweeping reform of Niger’s territorial structure to bolster its fight against armed groups operating within its borders. On…
The Kenyan head of state, William Ruto, praised on Wednesday the robust diplomatic ties between Kenya and Chad, highlighting President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno’s dedication to international security and the…
The outgoing President of Bénin, Patrice Talon, presided over his last Council of Ministers on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Palais de la Marina. The historic session included the…
An international television documentary examining LGBTQ+ rights in Senegal has ignited fierce public debate, with viewers accusing the production of spreading falsehoods and manipulating facts. The report, aired during prime…
The Burkina Faso crisis: a widening rift between Peul communities and state forces Burkina Faso is teetering on the edge of a deepening social and security crisis. As the nation…
The push for contraceptive access in conflict-ridden regions of the Sahel is revealing unintended consequences in areas like Tillabéri. While initiatives such as the Reach Married Adolescent (RMA) model are…