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The Dakar-Bamako road, the backbone of trade between Senegal and Mali, is facing one of its most severe security crises in recent years. Truck drivers operating under the Union des …
Senegal halts truck convoys to Mali amid rising jihadist threats Read More
Chad Chad strengthens security with key ministry appointments Chad’s government reshuffles leadership at the Ministry of Public Security, appointing seasoned professionals to critical roles. Chad’s Ministry of Public Security has …
Tchad strengthens security with key ministry appointments Read More
In the midst of Burkina Faso’s unparalleled security and humanitarian crisis, a scandal involving the theft of a staggering sum of cash has sent shockwaves through the military’s highest ranks. …
Burkina Faso scandal rocks military leadership as defense minister’s cash vanishes Read More
Foot, Premier League, Tottenham Following Tuesday’s 1-2 defeat to Chelsea, Tottenham’s head coach Roberto De Zerbi declared the upcoming Sunday fixture against Everton, a pivotal match for their Premier League …
Tottenham’s premier league survival: de zerbi calls everton clash ‘more important than a trophy’ Read More
The Nigerien military leadership has escalated its campaign against Western influence by terminating the decades-old uranium mining concession in Arlit—a move celebrated as a victory for national sovereignty but fraught …
Niger’s junta gambles with uranium sector amid sovereignty claims Read More
Ousmane Sonko’s pivotal address: Senegal’s electoral code under scrutiny This Friday, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is set to address the National Assembly amidst a charged political atmosphere, following recent amendments …
Ousmane Sonko’s pivotal address: Senegal’s electoral code under scrutiny Read More
Chad stands at a pivotal moment in its economic transition, as the government pushes forward with the « Tchad Connexion 2030 » initiative—a bold blueprint designed to wean the nation …
Chad’s economic transition: navigating structural hurdles on the path to 2030 Read More
The presidential election in Côte d’Ivoire unfolded under heavy security and heightened tensions, yet concluded without major disturbances, according to early reports from polling stations nationwide. Voters cast their ballots …
Ivory coast presidential vote held amid tight security Read More
The Republic of Niger has formally announced the establishment of the Timersoï Uranium Mining Company (TSUMCO), a new state-owned entity set to assume control of the Arlit uranium mining operations …
Niger launches tsumco to take over arlit uranium mines from orano Read More
Senegal’s 2025 UEMOA reform performance: an in-depth look at a slight setback While the common market demonstrates minor improvements, this analysis delves into the specific reasons behind Senegal’s slight regression …
Senegal’s 2025 UEMOA reform performance: an in-depth look at a slight setback Read More
Tottenham’s Roberto De Zerbi: Everton survival clash eclipses past European glory Following Tottenham’s 1-2 defeat against Chelsea on Tuesday, manager Roberto De Zerbi articulated a profound perspective on the upcoming …
Tottenham’s Roberto de Zerbi: Everton survival clash eclipses past European glory Read More
Foot, Premier League De Zerbi: Tottenham’s premier league survival clash against Everton ‘more significant than a trophy’ Following a recent 1-2 defeat to Chelsea this Tuesday, Tottenham’s head coach, Roberto …
De Zerbi: Tottenham’s premier league survival clash against Everton ‘more significant than a trophy’ Read More