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Confronted by a multifaceted terrorist threat and simmering resentment within his own armed forces, General Abdourahamane Tiani is reportedly engaged in a high-stakes maneuver. Between clandestine discussions held in Say …
General Tiani’s precarious position: navigating secret talks and internal military discontent in Niger Read More
The President of France welcomed Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of Mauritania, for a state visit at the Élysée Palace on Wednesday. With the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi …
Mauritanian president’s state visit to France strengthens strategic ties Read More
As dawn breaks over the announcement of provisional results by Benin’s Independent National Electoral Commission (CENA), the country witnesses a pivotal moment in its political history. Romuald Wadagni, once a …
Benin’s romuald wadagni elected president in smooth democratic handover Read More
“Preordained outcomes”, “lackluster contests”, “incumbent presidents sweeping first-round victories”. The presidential elections across Africa in 2025 followed a troubling pattern: opposition candidates were systematically sidelined even before campaigns officially began. …
Soaring election costs lock out opposition in west african polls Read More
Elections where outcomes seem predetermined, races without suspense, and first-round victories for incumbents — these have become defining traits of presidential polls across Africa in 2025. The trend reveals a …
Soaring election fees lock out opposition in african polls Read More
As Benin concluded its presidential election on Sunday, April 12, 2026, one thing became clear: the nation defied the grim forecasts that loomed over the polls. Amid a West African …
Benin’s presidential election 2026: how Patrice Talon secured a peaceful vote amid regional turmoil Read More
The military administration in Bamako has redefined Mali as a self-determined power within a changing global environment. By distancing the nation from traditional Western allies and forging fresh ties with …
Mali’s shift toward transactional sovereignty: geopolitical pivots and the quest for order Read More
Across the nation of Benin, citizens are casting their ballots in a pivotal presidential election, marking the transition from the leadership of Patrice Talon. As the sun rose over Cotonou, …
Benin voters head to polls in landmark presidential election 2026 Read More
As the sun rose this morning, over 17,000 polling stations across the Republic of Benin officially opened their doors at 7:00 AM. A remarkable eight million eligible voters are anticipated …
Benin’s 2026 election: ushering in a new era of leadership Read More
Benin is not succumbing to fear; instead, it’s transforming security concerns into an unprecedented opportunity for modernization. As the 2026 elections approach, President Patrice Talon’s strategy emphasizes resilience and innovation, …
Benin’s 2026 presidential election: security challenges drive national unity behind talon? Read More
Morocco and Mauritania strengthen security ties amid Sahel instability Rabat and Nouakchott deepen their military alliance with a focus on border security, terrorism, and organized crime as regional fragility intensifies …
Morocco and Mauritania strengthen security ties amid Sahel instability Read More
The military-led governments of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are forging a new security and political alliance while moving away from traditional Western partners. Russia is playing a pivotal role …
Russia’s growing influence in the Sahel and its threat to US interests Read More