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N’Djamena has firmly rejected accusations made by the United Nations concerning civilian fatalities resulting from military actions in the Lake Chad basin. Gassim Chérif Mahamat, Chad’s Minister of Communication and …
Chad refutes un claims of civilian casualties in lake Chad operations Read More
The case surrounding Succès Masra, now entering its second year, has drawn the keen attention of Western diplomatic circles monitoring Chad’s political transition. Twelve months after his apprehension in N’Djamena, …
Succès masra’s sister raises health concerns amidst Tchad’s political transition Read More
Chad government denies UN accusations of civilian strikes in Lake Chad N’Djamena firmly rejects claims of harming non-combatants during anti-terror operations. Government stands by Chad’s armed forces The Chadian government …
Tchad denies civilian strike allegations in Lake Chad operations Read More
The Chadian government has firmly refuted allegations made by the United Nations concerning civilian fatalities during aerial assaults targeting Boko Haram within the strategic Lake Chad basin. During a press …
N’djamena challenges un claims of civilian deaths in anti-boko haram operations Read More
In Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire, women navigating public life are increasingly encountering a particularly aggressive form of online harassment: gendered disinformation. This alarming trend, which specifically targets women, has been …
Unveiling gendered disinformation’s severe impact on women in Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire Read More
Dakar takes tough stance on oil deals with major firms The Government of Senegal is preparing to escalate its dispute with international oil majors BP and Woodside by exploring legal …
Senegal considers arbitration against BP and Woodside over oil contracts Read More
The imminent arrival of Ramadan has cast a shadow over Burkina Faso’s livestock sector, as the government’s strict export ban on cattle threatens to cripple the livelihoods of pastoralists and …
Burkina Faso: ramadan trade restrictions hit livestock farmers hard Read More
In a stern warning issued from Abidjan, the Ministry of Economy, Finance and Budget of Côte d’Ivoire has raised the alarm over a surge in fraudulent online schemes targeting unsuspecting …
Côte d’Ivoire warns against online scams promising monthly income Read More
At least four airstrikes targeted Kidal overnight, leaving significant material damage in their wake, according to a local resident who spoke on condition of anonymity. One strike demolished a residential …
Kidal under rebel control targeted by Mali army airstrikes Read More
The final meeting of the current administration under President Patrice Talon unfolded in a setting of profound solemnity within the hallowed halls of the Palais de la Marina. This concluding …
Bénin transitions to new government under president Talon Read More
US visa rules for Senegal fans relaxed ahead of 2026 world cup The United States has significantly relaxed visa requirements for Senegalese supporters planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World …
Us visa rules for Senegal fans relaxed ahead of 2026 world cup Read More
Niger is currently facing a significant forced displacement crisis, impacting more than one million people. Over half of these individuals are internally displaced persons (IDPs), primarily concentrated in two southern …
Niger’s escalating displacement crisis impacts over a million Read More