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Senior presidential adviser Demba Dieng has refused to appear before Senegal’s parliamentary land management inquiry, escalating a growing standoff between the executive and legislature. The refusal that rattles Senegal’s political …
Senegal parliament summons crisis: presidential adviser escapes inquiry amid mounting defiance Read More
Government U-turn exposes deep cracks in Niger’s ruling junta Niger’s abrupt decision to freeze fuel prices following public backlash represents far more than a social policy shift—it marks the first …
Niger’s fuel price freeze: a glaring admission of military regime’s vulnerabilities Read More
Unrelenting armed clashes reveal the limits of military authority The Mali-Burkina Faso border has become one of the most volatile conflict zones in the Sahel, where sustained clashes between the …
Jihadist faction clashes at Mali-Burkina Faso border expose military juntas’ enduring failures Read More
The constitutional council in Senegal has repeatedly blocked key challenges from the Pastef party, complicating its political trajectory. Since early 2024, the party—led by figures such as Ousmane Sonko and …
Senegal’s constitutional council: repeated setbacks for Pastef movement Read More
Mali’s out-of-control street begging epidemic threatens national stability In Bamako, a disturbing scene unfolds daily at major intersections, outside government buildings and religious sites. Hundreds of children, disabled individuals and …
Mali’s out-of-control street begging epidemic threatens national stability Read More
The embattled military regime in Niger, led by General Abdourahamane Tiani, has escalated its financial desperation with an audacious move against its top economic partner: China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), …
Niger’s military junta demands $5 billion from Chinese oil firm in controversial tax dispute Read More
Government receives new electoral framework from ruling coalition The government of Côte d’Ivoire has officially received comprehensive electoral reform proposals from the Rassemblement des Houphouëtistes pour la Démocratie et la …
Côte d’Ivoire advances electoral transparency: RHDP submits reform proposals to government Read More
The Malian military has acknowledged a ‘tragic incident’ resulting in deaths and injuries during a military operation, but provided no specifics about the location, timing, or casualties. This admission follows …
Mali army admits civilian casualties but leaves key details in the dark Read More
Record-breaking allocations for defense and security Despite regional instability and economic constraints, Niger has sharply increased public investment in defense. In 2024, total state allocations for defense and security reached …
Niger’s security budget soars: where is the payoff for its people? Read More
In a historic pivot that could reshape West Africa’s energy landscape for decades, Senegal has emerged as the continent’s new gas powerhouse—while Nigeria, Africa’s largest oil producer, faces its most …
West Africa’s Gas Revolution: Senegal’s Breakthrough and Nigeria’s Last Stand Spark a High-Stakes Energy Showdown Read More
As Mali grapples with a humanitarian surge that shows no sign of slowing, one question looms large: can the country’s systems and regional partners rise to meet the needs of …
Can Mali’s growing refugee numbers light a spark for regional stability or deeper crisis? Read More
Why replacing Wagner in Mali hasn’t stopped civilian suffering As Africa Corps took over security operations in Mali, the promise was clear: a new structure would bring accountability and protect …
Can Mali’s security shift under Africa Corps truly protect civilians or just change the face of abuse? Read More