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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.…
Why the high-stakes Lens vs PSG Ligue 1 clash won’t stream on Ligue 1+ MD The clash between Lens and PSG could decide the fate of the Ligue 1 title…
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…
Under the Kampala sun, official smiles and warm handshakes barely concealed the gravity of Africa’s pressing challenges. On May 12, 2026, the President of the Togolese Council arrived in Uganda…
In a landmark move to streamline trade flows across Central Africa, Chad’s Bureau National de Fret Terrestre (BNFT), alongside counterparts from Cameroon and the Central African Republic, has inked a…
The leaders of SIPI-BENIN S.A and CDC Bénin highlighted the country’s industrial and financial strategy at the Africa Forward | Inspire & Connect event in Kenya. The gathering, supported by…