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The early days of political harmony are fading as realpolitik takes hold at the highest levels of the Senegalese government. During the weekend of May 2 and 3, 2026, a …
Political tensions in Sénégal: President Faye asserts independence from Ousmane Sonko Read More
The recent appointment of Colonel Assimi Goïta as both President and Minister of Defense marks a significant shift in Mali’s political and military landscape. This consolidation of power in Bamako …
Mali’s evolving power structure under assimi goïta’s dual leadership Read More
During the 13th AFRAVIH conference held in Lausanne, Switzerland, experts gathered to discuss the ongoing fight against HIV. A major focus of this year’s event is the psychological toll the …
Mental health support for adolescents with HIV in Burkina Faso Read More
Essential strategies for safeguarding human rights defenders in times of crisis In partnership with national human rights defender coalitions across Mali, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Sierra Leone, and Niger, the …
Safeguarding human rights defenders during crises essential strategies Read More
Mali’s struggles expose deeper cracks in Sahel security alliances As Mali grapples with its worst security crisis in years, neighboring allies appear paralyzed. Neither the Alliance of Sahel States—comprising Mali, …
Russian setbacks in Sahel reveal broader security failures Read More
Coach Lamine Sané has finalized the Sénégal U17 national team roster for the upcoming CAN U17 Morocco 2026, set to kick off from May 13 to June 2, 2026. The …
Sénégal u17 squad for Morocco 2026 can announced by lamine sané Read More
The Moroccan club AS FAR has strongly opposed the selection of referee Jean-Jacques Ndala for the upcoming CAF Champions League final against South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns. With the first leg …
AS FAR challenges referee Jean-Jacques Ndala for CAF Champions League final Read More
Omar Daf emerges as potential surprise pick for Mali football manager The Malian Football Federation is currently navigating a critical transition phase following the departure of former manager Tom Saintfiet. …
Omar Daf eyes Mali national team coaching role after Amiens exit Read More
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has sparked intense debate by assigning Congolese referee Jean-Jacques Ndala to officiate the first leg of the CAF Champions League final between Morocco’s AS …
Controversy surrounds CAF champions league referee choice for Maroc-Sénégal clash Read More
The Congolese referee Jean-Jacques Ndala has been chosen by the Confédération africaine de football to oversee the first leg of the Ligue des champions final between Mamelodi Sundowns and AS …
Jean-Jacques Ndala to lead the CAF Champions League final officiating team Read More
In an exclusive interview with Bip Radio, Théodore Holo, former president of the Constitutional Court of Bénin, lauded the generational shift symbolized by Romuald Wadagni’s election as the new President …
Theodore holo praises romuald wadagni ahead of presidential investiture Read More
The Ivorian state has enacted a pivotal measure to bolster its aviation sector. A substantial 25% decrease in passenger levies has been officially sanctioned, aiming to support the national carrier, …
Côte d’Ivoire: government initiatives to boost air travel and regional connectivity Read More