Gabon and France chart new course in post-colonial partnership
The state visit of President Oligui Nguema to France has reshaped the future of Gabon-France relations, marking a definitive break from past practices. After 42 years without a high-level diplomatic…
Burkina Faso cereal prices expose flaws in official self-sufficiency claims
If Burkina Faso truly met nearly all of its grain needs as government reports suggest, the proof wouldn’t come from state announcements—it would come from the people themselves, visible in…
Benin clamps down on smig violations as workers urged to report abuses
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,…
Maroc Mali new vocational training complex launched in Bamako
Flags of Morocco and Mali © DR New Morocco-Mali vocational training hub inaugurated in Bamako The Mohammed VI Complex for Vocational Training in Bamako has officially been handed over to…
US mulls strikes against jihadist groups in Mali amid Africa Corps struggles
US mulls strikes against jihadist groups in Mali amid Africa Corps struggles The Trump administration is weighing the possibility of launching military strikes against the Group for the Support of…
Strasbourg and galatasaray face off in champions league clash
The highly anticipated Champions League Group B showdown between Strasbourg and Galatasaray is set for the evening of December 15, 2026, at 8:00 PM local time. Fans worldwide are gearing…
Niger’s staggering losses: 117 billion FCFA in public revenue after border closures
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has delivered a stark warning: Niger’s border closures have cost the state over 117 billion West African CFA francs in lost customs revenue. This financial…
Boni Yayi reverses stance, joins Bénin senate for dialogue
A significant political development is unfolding in Bénin. Former Head of State Thomas Boni Yayi, who had long stood against the establishment of the parliamentary upper house, has now declared…
Tchad under state repression what’s next for opposition groups
a growing crackdown on Tchad’s political opposition Chad’s political landscape has taken a sharp turn toward authoritarianism in recent months. The sentencing of key figures from the Groupe de Concertation…
Gabon unveils bold biodiversity strategy to safeguard its ecosystems
Gabon has made a landmark decision for the future of its forests, coastline, and wildlife. Following days of intensive work, the national workshop to validate the National Biodiversity Strategy and…
Peace and community resilience initiatives in Niger
Across Niger, communities face persistent security challenges that threaten both daily life and long-term stability. In response, a growing movement is emerging—one built on inclusive dialogue, local leadership, and collective…
Togo’s deepening ties with Russia: a strategic shift for Moscow
While Russian military operations in the Alliance of Sahel States face significant setbacks, Moscow is strategically reorienting a portion of its focus towards the Gulf of Guinea. By welcoming vessels…