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A contested commission delivers its verdict Six months after the presidential election on October 29, 2025, a government-appointed commission of inquiry broke its silence in Dar es Salaam on Thursday, …
Tanzania’s official post-election death toll of 518 met with widespread disbelief Read More
The political landscape in Gabon experienced a sharp shift this Wednesday as Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze, a key figure from the previous administration under Ali Bongo Ondimba, was officially remanded in custody. …
Former Gabonese prime minister Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze placed in custody Read More
Why the Sahel Nations Struggle to Sever Ties with ECOWAS Recent remarks by foreign ministers from Niger and Mali have sparked intense debate. On one hand, they vehemently accuse neighboring …
Sahel nations face ceo challenges after leaving ecowas Read More
Behind the headlines: a photo that exposes Mali’s fragility What began as a humanitarian breakthrough has morphed into a political earthquake. A single image—Oumar Mariko, the exiled opposition leader, standing …
Mali’s state sovereignty shaken by private hostage release Read More
From vocal ally to silent outcast Once a prominent voice in pan-African activism, Kémi Séba now faces extradition from South Africa to Benin, but his most striking setback may be …
The fall of Kemi Seba: betrayal and isolation in panafricanist circles Read More
In Bamako, the capital of Mali, the demolition of the Faladiè livestock market has left over 300 displaced families homeless. The market, which also served as an informal camp for …
Faladiè demolition displaces hundreds in Bamako Read More
Le Bénin renforce ses effectifs dédiés à la protection de l’enfance avec l’intégration d’une nouvelle promotion d’éducateurs spécialisés. L’École de Formation des Professions Judiciaires (EFPJ) à Abomey-Calavi a accueilli la …
Bénin : nouvelle vague d’éducateurs spécialisés prête à servir la protection de l’enfance Read More
Less than a month after Africa’s football governing body stripped Senegal of its Africa Cup of Nations title following chaotic scenes in the final against Morocco on January 19, another …
FIFA sanctions referee after controversial africa cup final Read More
The Africa Cup of Nations final, ultimately secured by Morocco against Senegal on January 18, continues to generate significant discussion. Initially, the trophy was awarded to Senegal’s Lions of Teranga; …
Senegal-Morocco can final: supporters released, legal battles persist Read More
In a move that signals a significant shift in Benin’s political climate, former President Thomas Boni Yayi has publicly extended his support to Romuald Wadagni following his rise to power. …
Benin moves toward reconciliation as former president endorses new leadership Read More
The inauguration of Romuald Wadagni as president marks a pivotal shift for the financial ecosystem in Cotonou. National and global investors are closely monitoring the initial indicators of an administration …
Financial markets respond to the election of Benin’s new head of state Read More
The final figures for the presidential election held on April 12 have been officially released by the Constitutional Court, revealing a significant participation rate of 63.55%. This landmark statistic highlights …
Benin’s democratic revival: a record 63.55% voter turnout confirmed Read More