Olympe Bhêly-Quenum at 100: the century-spanning breakthrough of an African literary pioneer
Literary circles across Africa and beyond are marking a watershed moment. Olympe Bhêly-Quenum, the Beninese writer, journalist and literary critic, has reached his centennial—a milestone that has redefined the trajectory…
Mali independence day: opposition leader Fakaba Sissoko demands accountability from leaders
Mali independence day: opposition leader Fakaba Sissoko demands accountability from those who have seized power David Baché On Mali’s Independence Day, transitional president General Assimi Goïta delivered a televised address…
Mali’s pivotal shift: Goïta pledges escalated anti-jihadist campaign and national reconciliation
Mali’s pivotal shift: Goïta pledges escalated anti-jihadist campaign and national reconciliation In a decisive move that signals a turning point in Mali’s security strategy, General Assimi Goïta, the country’s transitional…
Rosenior to Chelsea: the moment that broke Strasbourg’s trust
The fallout from Liam Rosenior’s mid-season move to Chelsea dominated the conversation this weekend, reaching the Ligue 1 SAV set. Our journalist Jonathan Helbling joined the panel after matchday 5…
Breaking point: Cameroon’s vigilance message that could change everything
Breaking point: Cameroon’s vigilance message that could change everything In a powerful editorial broadcast on the program “Honneur et fidélité” this Saturday, September 19, 2026, the Director of Communication at…
Mali faces a reckoning: over 514 billion FCFA spent on Russian forces, reshaping national priorities
Mali stands at a critical juncture as the financial strain of its security partnerships reaches unprecedented levels. With the national budget stretched thin by sanctions and economic slowdown, the costs…
Molodo ambush exposes stark truth behind Mali’s Russian military gamble
How a dusty road in central Mali shattered Bamako’s security illusion The morning of September 20, 2026, began like any other along the unpaved roads between Diabali and Niono. Yet…
Benin’s 2026 budget nears dramatic finish with strong fiscal momentum
As the final quarter of the fiscal year approaches, Benin’s public finances are showing remarkable resilience. With 2 329.6 billion FCFA already mobilized by June—representing 56.2% of the revised annual…
Russia’s parliamentary power play: Putin’s party secures 355 seats amid war dissent crackdown
Russia’s 2026 parliamentary elections have marked a definitive turning point in the country’s political landscape. With Vladimir Putin’s United Russia party securing 355 of the 450 seats in the State…
Ukraine’s deep strikes on Moscow: a turning point in the war’s escalation
Drones over the Kremlin: how Kyiv forced a new phase in the conflict The September 19-20 strikes on Moscow represent more than a tactical shift—they mark a definitive turning point…
Benin’s health regulation authority kicks off second term with bold reforms
The Republic of Benin has entered a decisive phase in its healthcare sector with the official inauguration of the second term of the Health Sector Regulatory Authority (ARS). The ceremony,…
Amnesty’s report marks a turning point for miners in eastern DRC: the M23’s grip on coltan is now under scrutiny
Home Latest news Amnesty’s report marks a turning point for miners in eastern DRC: the M23’s grip on coltan is now under scrutiny A devastating new report from Amnesty International…