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With Tabaski just weeks away, Côte d’Ivoire’s National Council to Combat High Prices (CNLVC) is rolling out a bold plan to stabilize sheep prices by prioritizing domestic production. Under the…
What new cyber threat is putting Senegal’s public institutions at risk? The West African nation has become the target of yet another digital assault, this time striking at the heart…
As Côte d’Ivoire gears up for pivotal elections, the future of the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) has surged to the forefront of political discussions. This body, responsible for overseeing national…
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…