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Ouagadougou – In a striking address broadcast on Thursday, April 2, via Radiotélévision du Burkina (RTB), Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the head of the ruling military junta, explicitly instructed the Burkinabe …
Burkina Faso’s leader declares an end to democratic aspirations Read More
In the latest Burkina Faso news today, the head of the military junta, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has called on the population to move past the idea of democratic governance. During …
Burkina Faso leader tells citizens to forget about democracy Read More
Ouagadougou — In a nationally televised interview on Thursday, Burkina Faso’s military head Captain Ibrahim Traoré declared that the nation must abandon its pursuit of democracy, calling the system fundamentally …
Burkina Faso: military leader rejects democracy in new interview Read More
During the second session of the Great Algerian-Nigerien Joint Commission, both Algeria and Niger reaffirmed their mutual commitment to expanding medical collaboration. According to a statement from the Ministry of …
Algeria and Niger strengthen strategic health cooperation Read More
On March 25, 2026, the Hôpital Général de Référence in Niamey hosted a landmark ceremony to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Chinese medical team’s presence in Niger. The event …
Niger and China celebrate 50 years of medical cooperation and solidarity Read More
Sénégal has formally launched its legal challenge. Following the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) decision to strip the nation of its Africa Cup of Nations 2025 title, the Tribunal Arbitral …
Sénégal challenges Morocco’s CAN 2025 victory at the Court of Arbitration for Sport Read More
Togo maintained a notably stable economic environment regarding consumer costs in February 2026, despite a minor increment. The nation’s consumer price inflation registered a rate of 0.4% for the month. …
Togo’s economy: a gentle increase in February 2026 inflation Read More
The United States is significantly amplifying its diplomatic overtures across the Sahel region, with a pronounced emphasis now placed on Niger. This surge in diplomatic activity follows similar strategic engagements …
Washington’s intensified diplomatic re-engagement: eyes on Niger amidst Sahel’s evolving landscape Read More
In the realm of international relations, Togo under Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé is mastering a delicate balancing act. On March 9, the Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov touched down in Lomé, …
Togo’s diplomacy under Faure Gnassingbé: balancing Russia, ECOWAS and AES Read More
Roland-Garros Tribunes désertées au soleil, malaise d’une ramasseuse de balle et joueurs qui tentent de “survivre” : gros coup de chaud à Roland-Garros RTL.fr – Sport By Nicolas Biyong — …
Coup de théâtre : battu en finale par le Sénégal en janvier, le Maroc déclaré vainqueur de la CAN sur tapis vert Read More
Niger’s health transformation with integrated digital ecosystem The government of Niger, in partnership with the United States, has launched a groundbreaking $179.3 million bilateral health cooperation agreement spanning five years. …
Niger’s health transformation with integrated digital ecosystem Read More
Challenges to Democratic Governance Across Africa The African continent has witnessed a troubling surge in political instability since 2020, with nine successful military coups displacing democratically elected leaders. This trend …
Democracy in Africa facing growing challenges since 2020 Read More