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Senegal homosexuality debate sparks controversy A recent television feature examining the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals in Senegal has ignited fierce debate, with critics accusing the coverage of misrepresentation and bias. …
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Ethnic tensions escalate amid anti-terror operations The security situation in Burkina Faso has deteriorated sharply, with a widening rift emerging between the transitional government led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré and …
Burkina Faso’s peul communities face mounting repression under Ibrahim Traoré Read More
Across the Sahel, government initiatives celebrate women’s empowerment in economic development, particularly in Niger’s bustling capital. Yet in the embattled districts of Tillabéri, where insurgent violence has tightened its grip, …
Contraceptive access in conflict zones of the Sahel raises health risks Read More
The sun beat down on Kampala as official smiles and firm handshakes masked the weighty matters of African diplomacy. On May 12, 2026, the President of the Council arrived in …
Togo’s president strengthens ties with Uganda at Museveni’s inauguration Read More
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The Chad National Bureau of Land Freight (BNFT), alongside freight authorities in Cameroon and the Central African Republic, has finalized a landmark digitalization agreement to transform Central African trade corridors …
Tchad Cameroon central africa digital trade pact launched Read More
In a significant strategic move aimed at modernizing its border management infrastructure, the government of Bénin, in close collaboration with the United States, has achieved a critical milestone. The Hillacondji …
Bénin and US fortify border control with MIDAS system deployment at Hillacondji Read More
Following the withdrawal of French forces from Operation Barkhane and the conclusion of the UN mission MINUSMA, Mali embarked on a significant strategic realignment, turning towards Moscow. This evolving partnership …
Mali’s security pivot to Russia: an elusive stability Read More
Senegal is approaching the Nairobi 2026 summit with a clear objective: to transform an official visit into a powerful catalyst for economic appeal. Under the leadership of President Bassirou Diomaye …
Senegal’s strategic delegation to Nairobi 2026: attracting global investment Read More
Mathematically, the Arsenal still have a slim chance of catching up at the top, but for that to happen, Mikel Arteta’s side would need to lose their final two fixtures …
Manchester City vs Crystal Palace: key stats ahead of crucial clash Read More
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (BERD) has reaffirmed its commitment to Senegal following a high-level meeting with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. The discussions centered on accelerating key infrastructure …
BERD expands investment initiatives in Senegal under Diomaye Faye Read More
Over the past two decades, the landscape of major public contracts in Senegal has undergone a seismic shift. While French conglomerates once held dominant positions across sectors such as infrastructure, …
Chinese firms dominate Senegal’s infrastructure projects Read More