Benin’s leader engages in diplomatic balancing act with Niger and Burkina Faso
Benin’s Strategic Diplomacy Takes Center Stage in Sahel In a bold display of diplomatic initiative, Benin’s President Romuald Wadagni concluded a landmark visit to Niger, where he engaged in high-stakes…
Morocco eu water partnership tackles climate change with 3.7 billion dirham investment
Economy Morocco and EU launch €348 million water strategy to combat climate challenges A landmark financial and technical partnership between Morocco and the European Union is set to transform the…
Senegal politics: why the diomaye-sonko split baffles students
Politics Senegal In Senegal, the Diomaye-Sonko rift leaves students in shock By journalist on-site June 2, 2026 On Monday, Senegal’s newly appointed Prime Minister unveiled the new government’s ministerial lineup.…
Sonko details why he was dismissed as Prime Minister
In a candid address, Ousmane Sonko, former Prime Minister and leader of the Pastef party, has laid bare the events leading to his abrupt removal from office. Speaking publicly for…
Benin’s strategic thaw with Sahel partners gains momentum
The political landscape between Cotonou and Niamey has undergone a subtle yet significant shift since the Niger coup of mid-2023. While headlines often spotlighted confrontation—closed borders and escalating tensions—the reality…
Constitutional council challenged over sonko’s reinstatement as deputy
In a bold legal move, opposition lawmakers have escalated their fight against Ousmane Sonko’s reinstatement as a deputy, a prerequisite for his election as Speaker of the National Assembly. A…
Sonko addresses press after new government formation in Senegal
Following the announcement of the newly formed government in Senegal, prominent political figure Ousmane Sonko held a press conference to share his perspective on the coalition’s structure and future direction.…
Goma’s border closure strains local economy and trade
Businesses in Goma are grappling with severe disruptions following the closure of the border with Rwanda, a move that has sent shockwaves through the city’s already fragile economy. The decision…
Bénin’s Romuald Wadagni kicks off foreign visits with Nigeria trip
Just days after taking office, Beninese President Romuald Wadagni embarked on his maiden overseas official visit, choosing Nigeria—the West African giant and Benin’s top economic partner—as his first destination. On…
Civic space under threat in Burkina Faso amid military rule
Human Rights Burkina Faso civic space under threat in Burkina Faso amid military rule A week of escalating tensions in Burkina Faso as military authorities tighten their grip on civic…
Civic space under strain in Burkina Faso amid military rule
The arrest of prominent imam Mohamed Ishaq Kindo and the abrupt suspension of Burkina Faso’s largest student union have sent shockwaves through the country, signaling a sharp escalation in repression…