Your trusted English source for breaking news and in-depth reporting from Burkina Faso and the wider Sahel region.
On July 15, 2026, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party and President of Senegal’s National Assembly, turned 52. The occasion drew heartfelt birthday messages from party officials and close …
Ousmane Sonko’s 52nd birthday marked by tributes from political allies Read More
Abdelilah Benkirane, the influential leader of Morocco’s PJD, is executing a bold strategy to expand his party’s reach across diverse voter segments. From traditional conservatives to the Gen Z demographic, …
Morocco’s Benkirane broadens appeal with Gen Z and conservative base Read More
The return of Macky Sall to Dakar on Friday, July 17, marks an unprecedented political sequence since the transfer of power in April 2024. The former Senegalese president announced on …
Macky Sall’s Dakar Visit: A Test for Senegal’s Diplomacy Read More
Diplomatic talks in Lomé address eastern DRC security challenges Lomé, Togo — High-level diplomatic consultations unfolded in Lomé on Tuesday, as Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, President of the Togolese Council of …
Diplomatic talks in Lomé address eastern DRC security challenges Read More
Benin and Burkina Faso launch coordinated anti-terror operation at Koualou border As the specter of terrorism continues to threaten regional stability in West Africa, the Armed Forces of Benin and …
Joint military operation against terrorism at the Benin-Burkina Faso border Read More
Le ministre des Transports terrestres et aériens, Abdoul Ahad Ndiaye, a réagi aux déclarations d’Ousmane Sonko lors de sa visite à Touba, affirmant que les propos du président de Pastef …
Sénégal: Abdoul Ahad Ndiaye critique Ousmane Sonko sur Touba Read More
The grim dilemma confronting Togolese youth Young people in Togo face an increasingly unbearable choice: embark on a perilous journey abroad in pursuit of a dignified life, or remain in …
The harsh reality facing Togo’s youth: flee for success or stagnate without opportunity Read More
The Diomaye Président coalition has strongly criticized recent statements made by Ousmane Sonko during the inauguration of the Pastef headquarters in Mbacké. Coalition leaders argue that his remarks were disrespectful …
Diomaye président coalition hits back at ousmane sonko’s remarks Read More
Morocco’s parliament boosts diplomatic influence through strategic alliances Rachid Talbi Alami meets Royal College of Defence Studies delegates in Rabat on May 13, 2026 The 11th legislative term of Morocco’s …
Morocco’s parliament boosts diplomatic influence through strategic alliances Read More
Economy Gabon’s bold move to regulate digital giants like TikTok 98 No comment Libreville, July 14, 2026 – The digital economy, once seen as a borderless virtual space, is entering …
Gabon’s bold move to regulate digital giants like TikTok Read More
With Morocco’s legislative elections approaching, political circles are buzzing over potential candidates who could step into the role of Prime Minister. The shifting dynamics in the kingdom’s power structure have …
Morocco’s next prime minister: rising contenders to watch Read More
After spending over two years in Morocco since stepping down from office in March 2024, former Senegalese President Macky Sall is set to return to Dakar on July 17 for …
Macky sall meets bassirou diomaye faye in Dakar july 17 over un role Read More