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The border dispute between Niger and Benin, initially perceived as a temporary challenge, has evolved into a protracted stalemate with no clear resolution in sight. Following high-level discussions and diplomatic …
Niger and Benin border impasse: political leverage over practical solutions Read More
Since assuming leadership, General Abdourahamane Tiani has fundamentally reshaped Niger’s foreign policy, making a pronounced break with traditional Western partners and fostering closer ties with new allies, particularly Russia. This …
Niger’s strategic reorientation: weighing diplomatic symbolism against persistent insecurity Read More
A nation’s quest for identity confronts a harsh security landscape In Burkina Faso, the line between performative politics and the stark realities on the ground appears to blur with each …
Burkina Faso: a nation’s quest for identity confronts a harsh security landscape Read More
The African continent holds a decisive share of the world’s critical mineral reserves, essential raw materials powering the global energy transition and digital revolution. A significant conference held on July …
Africa’s critical minerals: charting a path to economic independence Read More
Despite the official minimum wage in Bénin being set at 52,000 FCFA, numerous businesses continue to underpay their employees, a practice that remains widespread across small enterprises, informal sectors, and …
Bénin: authorities crack down on employers violating minimum wage laws Read More
In Burkina Faso, the struggle for press freedom has transcended traditional newsrooms and field reporting, now manifesting as a digital conflict marked by orchestrated harassment campaigns across social media platforms. …
The digital battleground: Burkina Faso’s online suppression of dissent Read More
In Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo, the gold mining sector faces persistent governance challenges despite ongoing efforts to improve oversight. A recent report by the Institute for Security …
Gold mining accountability in central africa’s key producers Read More
The age-old trap of governance—where military leaders who seize power later confuse rhetoric with reality—appears to be closing in on Burkina Faso’s transitional administration. Once the euphoria of a coup …
Ibrahim Traoré faces the pitfalls of solitary leadership in Burkina Faso Read More
The stern declarations of Captain Ibrahim Traoré, including his blunt warning ‘If anyone messes up, I will crush them without hesitation,’ reveal a hidden but fierce struggle for influence within …
Burkina Faso: deep internal divisions within the military junta Read More
The governments of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have jointly submitted an official bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN). Positioned as a milestone in regional integration …
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger bid for CAN 2032 amid persistent security challenges Read More
The trajectory of Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s rise to power in Burkina Faso cannot be understood without revisiting a pivotal date in the nation’s recent history: September 26, 2022. On that …
Gaskindé attack: the unresolved mystery behind Burkina Faso’s coup Read More
Benin has embarked on a transformative journey in public policy modernization with its 2027 budget framework. The inaugural government of the seven-year term has made a strategic decision to embed …
Benin prioritises climate and inclusion in 2027 budget strategy Read More