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Thaïs Brouck Macro-economy specialist Côte d’Ivoire vs Ghana: which West African giant leads in economic growth? The latest projections from the International Monetary Fund reveal a shifting balance of power…
In the confines of a high-security cell in Pretoria, Kemi Seba continues to shape his political narrative. His latest public statement, disseminated through official channels, reasserts his unwavering commitment to…
The presidential palace in Niamey staged a display of customary diplomatic protocol. General Abdourahmane Tiani, Head of the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland, received the Ambassador of…
The highly anticipated Champions League final between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is set to deliver a thrilling clash of styles. As the football world gears up for this blockbuster…
Arsenal enters the Champions League final with the momentum of an unbeaten season behind them. Under Mikel Arteta, the Gunners have evolved into a tactical powerhouse, blending relentless pressing with…
Advanced military hardware alone cannot secure victory for the Malian state. Despite substantial investments in cutting-edge weaponry, the conflict in northern Mali—particularly around Kidal—exposes a critical weakness: an undereducated command…
The fractured geopolitical landscape of West Africa has taken a new turn as Niger’s transitional authorities implement controversial trade measures that are reshaping regional economic dynamics. While commercial borders with…
The recent political turbulence in Senegal has left many wondering about the ramifications of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s decision to dismiss Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. With the Pastef party, led…
Kaliningrad faces rising isolation as NATO tightens grip Once a formidable military bastion for Moscow in the heart of Europe, the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad now finds itself under unprecedented…
The announcement of a visa exemption for all African nationals visiting Togo has been presented as a bold step toward regional integration and openness. However, beneath the polished diplomatic rhetoric…
The Gulf of Guinea emerges as a new battleground in Franco-Russian rivalry Lomé has quietly become the latest focal point of an intense geopolitical contest between France and Russia. The…
economic investigation Tabaski spending crisis: why Senegalese families struggle to afford sheep Every year, millions of Senegalese plunge into debt to purchase a sheep for Tabaski. From rotating savings clubs…