In-depth English analysis and breaking news from the heart of West Africa's Sahel region.
Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has issued a stark warning to his players, cautioning that their Premier League survival is far from secure despite a seemingly comfortable position in the standings. With a crucial London derby against Chelsea looming, the Italian coach has urged his squad to maintain their focus and intensity as they […]
Lomé played host to a striking paradox last week during the third edition of Biashara Afrika, Africa’s premier business forum. While delegates gathered to celebrate the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), a glaring contradiction unfolded on the tarmac of Gnassingbé Eyadéma International Airport, exposing the fragile foundations of regional integration. What was meant to […]
Chief Clerk of Zemio Court Vanishes After Alleged Abduction by Russian Mercenaries In a shocking turn of events, the chief clerk of the Zemio Court in the Central African Republic has not been heard from since his alleged abduction by Russian mercenaries. Family members and local authorities remain deeply concerned about his well-being and whereabouts. […]
In the northern reaches of the Central African Republic, the Bamingui-Bangoran prefecture has become the epicenter of a disturbing escalation in violence. Local cattle herders in Ndele are raising the alarm over what they describe as systematic looting of their livestock by armed groups operating alongside national forces. The situation has spiraled into a humanitarian […]
When cinema becomes a mirror of struggle: Independence Tey lights up Dakar The Musée des Civilisations Noires in Dakar was more than just a venue for the unveiling of Independence Tey. On that evening, the documentary by Senegalese filmmaker Abdou Lahat Fall transformed into a living archive—one that captured not only the political upheavals of […]
FC Nantes denounces violent pitch invasion following loss to Toulouse Football Ligue 1 FC Nantes’ Beaujoire stadium showed signs of disturbance after Sunday’s match against Toulouse The club issued a strongly worded statement Monday condemning the actions of cagouled individuals who stormed the pitch following the match’s abandonment FC Nantes has expressed outrage following the […]
Leaders across Africa were urged to shift from political rhetoric to tangible economic outcomes as Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé opened the third edition of the Biashara Afrika forum in Lomé. Lomé emerged as the epicenter of African trade pragmatism on that day, drawing continent-wide decision-makers to the Biashara Afrika 2026 event. Organized jointly by the […]
The Nigerien military’s recent decision to split Operation Garkoi into two new tactical headquarters—Operation Akarasse along the Algerian border and Operation Klafoki along the Chadian border—has ignited sharp debates among Sahel governance and security analysts. While official statements tout enhanced efficiency and coordination, critics argue this restructuring is little more than an expensive bureaucratic maneuver […]
Alain Aka Côte d’Ivoire Correspondent File generated on Laurent Gbagbo PPA-CI Côte d’Ivoire’s Ahoua Don Mello conducts discreet diplomatic mission in Moscow Amid heightened political tensions in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ahoua Don Mello, embarked on a carefully orchestrated visit to Moscow earlier this month. The trip, shrouded in confidentiality, unfolded on […]
As Burkina Faso continues its descent into an unprecedented humanitarian and security crisis, the recent strategic priorities of the transitional government are drawing intense scrutiny. A widening chasm has become apparent between the administration’s communication efforts and the harsh realities confronting the nation on the ground. A striking, almost incongruous, contrast defines the current situation. […]
The prefect’s decision to halt the recent Ligue 1 showdown between Nantes and Toulouse raises urgent questions about escalating stadium violence. Roland Menu, president of the Allez Nantes Canaris supporters’ club, has spoken out against the shameful conduct that overshadowed what should have been a competitive match. Pitch invasions, projectile throwing, and the reckless use […]
Monaco finalizes Nazinho’s Ligue 1 transfer from Cercle Bruges AS Monaco has reached a €5 million agreement with Belgian side Cercle Bruges for the 22-year-old Portuguese left-back Nazinho. The deal remains subject to the player’s successful medical examination. Monaco’s transfer strategy continues to take shape as the Ligue 1 club has struck a deal with […]