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The once-unstoppable expansion of Russian influence across Africa, driven by mercenary forces, disinformation campaigns, and anti-Western populism, now faces an unmistakable reversal. What began as a decade-long push to reshape …
The fading footprint of Russia’s African ambitions Read More
Security forces in Senegal’s Casamance region, supported by sniffer dogs, recently dismantled cannabis plantations near the Gambian border—a region historically tied to the Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance (MFDC). …
Casamance conflict: rebels weakened but cannabis fuels instability Read More
Chad N’Djamena tackles chaotic minibus stops for safer urban transport Chaotic minibus stops in N’Djamena disrupt traffic flow and endanger passengers. Structured stops could transform urban mobility and safety in …
N’Djamena tackles chaotic minibus stops for safer urban transport Read More
Algeria and Chad have formalized a new agreement in N’Djamena aimed at streamlining infrastructure projects, including the ambitious trans-Saharan highway, following a high-level meeting between officials from both nations. The …
Algeria and Chad boost infrastructure ties with N’Djamena agreement Read More
#FREEGLEIZES Depuis le 29 juin 2025, notre confrère Christophe Gleizes, journaliste pour Society et So Foot, est emprisonné en Algérie. Nous ne l’oublions pas et réclamons sa libération. En savoir plus sur #FREEGLEIZES
Le Mali vacille, l’Alliance des États du Sahel brille par sa discrétion Read More
Across Chad’s bustling cities, a new wave of entrepreneurship is reshaping daily life. Women balance trays overflowing with fresh mangoes, golden fried snacks, and vibrant fabric bundles as they navigate …
Tchad: street vendors rise while children pay the price Read More
On Wednesday, May 14, 2026, the National Superior Police School in Porto-Novo hosted the official inauguration of critical preparatory training programs. These courses are designed to lead to the esteemed …
Bénin strengthens national security through specialized police training Read More
PASTEF opens internal leadership election as Sonko and Faye face off On May 15, 2026, the High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP) of PASTEF-Les Patriotes initiated an official leadership election …
Senegal PASTEF leadership race kicks off amid sonko and diomaye tensions Read More
PoliticsChad a year of detention for chadian opposition leader succès masra This Saturday, May 16, marks a full year since the prominent Chadian opposition figure, Succès Masra, was taken into …
A year of detention for chadian opposition leader succès masra Read More
With May comes a wave of unrest in Senegal, as protests erupt across universities, transport sectors and public agencies. Historically tied to global and national labor movements, May in Senegal …
Senegal’s may social unrest: universities, workers and students unite in protest Read More
15 mai 2026 10:31+02:00 Le transfert le plus désastreux de la saison en Premier League : Harvey Elliott, dont l’avenir à Liverpool s’assombrit après avoir été écarté par Aston Villa …
Harvey elliott’s loan nightmare: future at liverpool uncertain after aston villa saga Read More
Côte d’Ivoire’s looming sheep crisis for Tabaski A significant livestock supply concern has emerged in Côte d’Ivoire, casting a shadow over the upcoming Tabaski celebrations. The recent decision by Burkina …
Côte d’Ivoire faces potential sheep shortage ahead of tabaski festivities Read More