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Scrutin after scrutin, African elections in 2025 have been unfolding with predictable outcomes where opposition candidates rarely stand a chance. The pattern was starkly visible in recent polls in Djibouti …
Soaring election costs in africa block opposition from running Read More
Former Senegalese President Macky Sall’s aspirations for a top position in global diplomacy have encountered an unforeseen and formidable obstacle. Despite what appeared to be widespread support from 55 African …
African Diplomatic Shockwave: Togo Thwarts Macky Sall’s UN Secretary-General Ambition Read More
As Benin concluded its presidential election on Sunday, April 12, 2026, one thing became clear: the nation defied the grim forecasts that loomed over the polls. Amid a West African …
Benin’s presidential election 2026: how Patrice Talon secured a peaceful vote amid regional turmoil Read More
The **CAN 2025 final** continues to ignite debate, nearly three months after the initial match. On January 18, in Rabat, **Senegal** had secured a 1-0 victory against **Morocco** following extra …
The ongoing CAN 2025 final dispute: Senegal challenges Morocco’s awarded victory Read More
The military administration in Bamako has redefined Mali as a self-determined power within a changing global environment. By distancing the nation from traditional Western allies and forging fresh ties with …
Mali’s shift toward transactional sovereignty: geopolitical pivots and the quest for order Read More
Across the nation of Benin, citizens are casting their ballots in a pivotal presidential election, marking the transition from the leadership of Patrice Talon. As the sun rose over Cotonou, …
Benin voters head to polls in landmark presidential election 2026 Read More
As the sun rose this morning, over 17,000 polling stations across the Republic of Benin officially opened their doors at 7:00 AM. A remarkable eight million eligible voters are anticipated …
Benin’s 2026 election: ushering in a new era of leadership Read More
Benin is not succumbing to fear; instead, it’s transforming security concerns into an unprecedented opportunity for modernization. As the 2026 elections approach, President Patrice Talon’s strategy emphasizes resilience and innovation, …
Benin’s 2026 presidential election: security challenges drive national unity behind talon? Read More
Morocco and Mauritania strengthen security ties amid Sahel instability Rabat and Nouakchott deepen their military alliance with a focus on border security, terrorism, and organized crime as regional fragility intensifies …
Morocco and Mauritania strengthen security ties amid Sahel instability Read More
The military-led governments of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are forging a new security and political alliance while moving away from traditional Western partners. Russia is playing a pivotal role …
Russia’s growing influence in the Sahel and its threat to US interests Read More
The stark transformation in Benin’s commercial landscape is undeniable, moving from precarious, rain-soaked market stalls to the secure, paved halls of contemporary urban markets. Over the last decade, President Patrice …
Benin’s market transformation: from precarious stalls to modern commercial hubs Read More
The head of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, is conducting an official visit to Dakar this Wednesday. His arrival occurs nearly a month after the controversial decision …
Patrice Motsepe arrives in Dakar amid tensions over the 2025 AFCON title reversal Read More