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Initial optimism for a swift resolution to the border crisis between Niger and Bénin has waned, despite recent diplomatic efforts. Hopes had been buoyed by a visit from Béninese President…
In Burkina Faso, the distinction between political theater and the harsh realities on the ground appears increasingly blurred. A recent move by the military junta to introduce a ‘memory attire’…
For three years, Niger has been mired in a deepening political, economic, and security crisis under the rule of a military junta that seized power in July 2023. What was…
The government of Bénin has intensified its stance against employers failing to comply with the Salaire Minimum Interprofessionnel Garanti (SMIG), which is legally set at 52,000 FCFA. Despite this regulation,…
The struggle for press freedom in Burkina Faso has evolved beyond traditional media battlegrounds, shifting into the digital realm where dissent is systematically crushed through coordinated online campaigns. Cyber-militias and…
Niamey is grappling with an alarming surge in essential vegetable prices, exposing deep-rooted flaws in agricultural strategy and government inaction. As households struggle to keep up with the rising cost…
The long shadow of political history shows that military leaders who seize power often face a recurring dilemma: mistaking rhetorical strength for tangible influence, and interpreting public silence—often born of…
The recent address by Captain Ibrahim Traoré in Ouahigouya has laid bare deep fractures within Burkina Faso’s state apparatus, exposing not just political fragility but a systemic crisis of trust…
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger unite for joint 2032 Africa Cup of Nations bid The governments of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have submitted a joint bid to host the…
In Burkina Faso, each statement by Captain Ibrahim Traoré fuels further debate regarding the nature of his leadership and the trajectory of the country since the September 2022 coup. Recent…
In any functioning democracy, matters related to national defense are inherently sensitive. Military operations, intelligence activities, and strategic partnerships cannot be fully disclosed to the public. However, excessive secrecy—especially when…
The Burkina Faso of yesterday: stability overshadowed by later crises For decades, Burkina Faso was known not for its tragedies, but for its relative political stability. While critics argued that…