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As the Sahel region grapples with a bloody surge in human rights violations across Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, the United States is poised to take decisive action. In the …
Washington urges action as Sahel faces escalating human rights crisis Read More
After a month of relative calm, the political landscape in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is once again fraught with tension. An ultimatum issued to President Félix Tshisekedi, demanding …
Democratic Republic of Congo: political tensions resurface as opposition calls for protests Read More
In Chad, scrutiny intensifies over Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno’s declared sovereigntist principles. A recent high-profile engagement saw him in Ouagadougou, met by Burkina Faso’s transitional leader Ibrahim Traoré on February …
Mahamat idriss déby itno’s sovereigntist stance in Chad under scrutiny Read More
Fenerbahçe18 août 21h00Lyon Canal+ compositions Fenerbahçe – OL live updates tuesday 18 august 2026, 9:00 PM champions league 2026-2027, qualification play-offs, first leg Welcome to our live coverage of the …
Fenerbahçe and lyon set for champions league qualifier showdown Read More
Northern Niger Ambush Leaves 15 Soldiers Dead The ongoing surge in violence across Niger has once again exposed the stark contrast between the military junta’s sovereignist rhetoric and the harsh …
Deadly ambush in northern Niger exposes military junta’s security gaps Read More
An unsettling image has emerged, one that should trouble any advocate of fundamental freedoms. Near the capital of Burkina Faso, over forty Burkinabè journalists recently completed several days of military …
Journalists in Burkina Faso face forced military training under patriotic guise Read More
This Sunday, August 16, 2026, saw a series of significant events unfold across Sénégal. A gathering of the Kiiraay movement in Mbacké descended into chaos, prompting law enforcement intervention. Meanwhile, …
Sénégal’s sunday headlines: key events from august 16, 2026 Read More
In a nation grappling with persistent inflation, a stark reality is reigniting discussions about the high cost of living in Senegal. A video, originally filmed by French content creator Simon …
Why everyday essentials cost more in Dakar than in Paris Read More
Truckers press for smoother transit on Dakar-Bamako corridor At Moussala, in Senegal, a queue of nearly 15 kilometers has formed as trucks wait to cross into Mali. The congestion stems …
Truckers press for smoother transit on Dakar-Bamako corridor Read More
Russian mercenaries establish unauthorized checkpoint near Ndele, detain driver In a move that mirrors official security operations, armed Russian mercenaries have set up an illegal roadblock near Ndele, mimicking the …
Russian mercenaries set up roadblock near ndele, seize truck from bangui Read More
Inter Milan has finalized the acquisition of English defender Djed Spence from Tottenham Hotspur, sealing a permanent transfer estimated at €35 million. The deal solidifies the club’s defensive lineup for …
Inter secures spence as dumfries successor in 35m euro deal Read More
In a move that has sparked significant debate, over forty Burkinabè journalists recently completed a six-day military training program described as a « patriotic immersion » course. Organized by the …
Burkina Faso tightens media control with mandatory military training for journalists Read More