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The Burkina Faso government has taken a decisive step in its ongoing battle against rising militant violence, but the move to reinstate capital punishment raises critical questions about its effectiveness …
Burkina Faso reinstates death penalty: assessing its impact on security and freedoms Read More
The Government of Mali has poured nearly $1 billion into its military partnership with Russian forces, a financial commitment now under intense scrutiny for its real-world impact. This investment, which …
Mali’s $1B gamble: Moscow’s security deal scrutinized for tangible gains Read More
Government steps in against alleged discriminatory broadcasts Cotonou, October 2026 — The Beninese government has launched an initiative to remove CNews from local airwaves, citing repeated instances of racist and …
Benin moves to ban CNews over racist content targeting Africans Read More
The transfer of $17.6 million from a Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government account to a Texas-based defense contractor has ignited a political and financial controversy, drawing scrutiny from Washington …
US defense firm receives $17.6 million from Congo amid Washington scrutiny over funds’ origin and intended use Read More
Broken shop windows, police clashes, burning trash bins, and tear gas clouds: each time France witnesses a surge in protests, these images dominate social media feeds in Bamako, Ouagadougou, and …
France’s urban unrest reshaping Sahel juntas’ anti-west propaganda Read More
The fragile peace between Sudan and South Sudan has been shattered once again after a suspected drone strike on Amiet market in the contested Abyei region left at least 73 …
Sudan-South Sudan crisis escalates after drone strike on Abyei market kills 73 civilians Read More
Civilian deaths in Mali have surged after recent drone strikes and armed group offensives, according to a new investigation. The findings highlight a dangerous escalation in violations of international humanitarian …
Mali civilian casualties rise amid military drones and insurgent attacks Read More
The recent urban unrest in France has transcended its borders, becoming a focal point in political debates across Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. Since the rise of military governments in …
France’s urban unrest exploited by Sahel military regimes for propaganda gains Read More
In a dominant display of attacking prowess at the 2026 U-18 School Football World Cup in Suzhou, China, the Benin national team extended their unbeaten streak with a 27-0 rout …
Benin U-18 school football team shatters India 27-0 in undefeated World Cup run Read More
Ecobank’s recent announcement of a $231 million commitment to Benin marks a significant boost to the country’s financial credibility and economic development ambitions. The pledge, made during a high-level meeting …
Ecobank’s $231 million pledge strengthens Benin’s financial credibility and growth prospects Read More
Togo’s latest attempt to revive political dialogue has hit a wall after four major opposition coalitions formally rejected the government’s invitation. The move underscores deepening divisions over constitutional reforms passed …
Togo’s opposition snubs government talks, demands fresh political foundations Read More
Niger’s government has rolled out sweeping new measures to tackle a worsening fuel shortage gripping the nation. As of October 19, 2026, a joint decree from the Ministry of Interior, …
Niger imposes strict fuel station curfews as crisis deepens nationwide Read More