Is Niger’s army turning against its own leader?
The recent mutiny in Niger raises a troubling question: is the military, once the backbone of the regime, now turning against it? The events of August 28 and 29 cannot…
Gabon’s economic management hampered by unreliable public data
Steering an economy without sufficiently detailed, regular, and accessible data is akin to making decisions with limited visibility. In Gabon, the publication of economic indicators by specialized administrations does allow…
Analyse du prêt du FMI et des projets d’Ousmane Sonko
Dans un climat où la gestion des finances publiques et l’indépendance économique dominent les discussions, cette analyse apporte un éclairage essentiel sur les choix à venir.
Niger: Tiani under pressure from special forces after russian intervention
In Niamey, the apparent calm following the events of 29 August may be hiding the real story. Behind the official statements of control and the regime’s reassurances, a question is…
Niger faces growing unrest within its military ranks
Calm has returned to the streets of Niamey, but beneath the surface, tensions remain palpable in Niger’s capital following a weekend of unprecedented violence. The unrest, which erupted in the…
Niger faces internal military uprising threatening regime stability
An unprecedented challenge to the established order The events of August 29, 2026, in Niamey represent a critical inflection point in Niger’s recent political trajectory. Far from being a mere…
Urgent: tensions at Niamey airport amid russian forces’ contested presence
Recent gunfire and hostile movements near Niamey’s Diori-Hamani International Airport have cast a spotlight on a volatile situation: reports indicate that Russian personnel affiliated with the Africa Corps are urgently…
Senegal: formalizing state-religious ties without compromising secularism
In Senegal, religion extends beyond the private sphere, playing a crucial role in social cohesion, crisis mediation, education, and even political regulation. However, the interactions between the State and religious…
Burkina Faso’s gold and Moscow’s food aid: examining the cost of new alliances
Humanitarian gesture or strategic exchange The diplomatic announcement from Moscow’s envoy in Ouagadougou has confirmed the arrival of over 500 metric tons of food aid in Burkina Faso, valued at…
Togo’s land reform struggles amid systemic challenges
The Togolese government has recently set its sights on revamping the country’s land management framework, aiming to transform it into a key driver for economic growth. However, this ambitious initiative…
Security crisis in northern Burkina Faso exposes state failures
The persistent security crisis in Burkina Faso continues to cast a shadow over the nation, with the government’s communication strategy facing growing scrutiny. On August 19, the JNIM armed group…
Angélique kidjo’s hollywood star cements her legacy as africa’s cultural icon
In a landmark moment etched in the annals of global culture, the illustrious Hollywood Walk of Fame welcomed a new luminary: Angélique Kidjo. The renowned Beninese artist now stands immortalised…