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Chad lake air strikes: dozens of Nigerian fishermen missing after regional operations The Chadian Armed Forces have conducted aerial bombings since Friday targeting multiple islands in Lake Chad, located in Nigerien territory. These strikes are framed as counter-terrorism measures against Boko Haram strongholds following a recent armed assault on Chadian military positions. According to witnesses […]
Diomaye Faye and Emmanuel Macron discuss Senegal-France ties in Nairobi During the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye engaged in a high-level dialogue with France’s President Emmanuel Macron to strengthen bilateral cooperation between both nations. This meeting highlighted the shared commitment to addressing global challenges through international partnerships. The bilateral discussions […]
For the first time in several years, Togo’s opposition received official permission to hold a public gathering this past Saturday. Following a prolonged period of severe restrictions and outright bans on public demonstrations, the Togolese opposition successfully organized a rally in Lomé this weekend. This event, officially sanctioned by the authorities, sparks crucial questions: does […]
After years of strict restrictions on public gatherings, Togo‘s opposition groups finally secured government approval to organize a major rally in Lomé over the weekend. This long-awaited development raises a critical question: Is this the beginning of a genuine political thaw in Togo, or merely a temporary easing of tensions? CNCC coalition leads first authorized […]
Togo politics: signs of democratic opening after years of restrictions Noël Tadégnon For years, public gatherings in Togo were met with heavy restrictions or outright bans. This weekend, however, the opposition successfully organized a permitted rally in Lomé, raising a critical question: is this a genuine shift toward political liberalization or merely a temporary reprieve? […]
Burkina Faso’s alleged secret deal with JNIM uncovered In the heart of the Sahel, where regional leaders trumpet sovereignty and relentless war against armed groups, a bombshell has sent shockwaves through the Alliance des États du Sahel (AES). A massive convoy of 710 tanker trucks reportedly reached Bamako without state security oversight, accompanied by a […]
The soldier’s role is to protect, not to intimidate In Togo, the image of the soldier as a guardian of peace is frequently overshadowed by a harsh truth: military personnel entering private homes to assault unarmed citizens. This betrayal of trust turns the sanctity of one’s home into a scene of fear rather than safety. […]
Senegal’s political landscape shaken as Pastef suffers CCJS setback Recent elections for Senegal’s Consultative Council of Youth (CCJS) have delivered a significant blow to the ruling Pastef party, sparking fresh debates about the legitimacy of the country’s ministerial leadership. Meanwhile, political tensions escalate as unconfirmed reports suggest potential collaboration between opposition figure Ousmane Sonko and […]
Congo and Togo deepen diplomatic engagement with high-level meeting in Oyo In a significant diplomatic move, President Denis Sassou-N’Guesso of the Republic of the Congo welcomed President Faure Gnassingbé of the Togolese Republic to Oyo over the weekend. The visit underscored a shared commitment to reinforcing bilateral relations and fostering mutual cooperation between the two […]
The «Pleins Feux» project, unveiled in Abidjan in April 2026, is the latest milestone in Côte d’Ivoire‘s ongoing effort to modernize its education system under the leadership of President Alassane Ouattara. Supported by global partners, this initiative aims to optimize the governance of public education policies, ensuring long-term improvements in learning outcomes for all students. […]
Togo’s leader boosts anti-terror operations with on-ground inspection of Koundjoaré mission The President of the Council and Supreme Head of the Armed Forces, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, conducted a crucial field visit on May 7, 2026, to the Koundjoaré operation zone in northern Togo. This strategic deployment aimed to assess security operations against terrorist threats in […]
Sénégal : avec Damen, Dakar veut redevenir un hub régional de réparation navale Moutiou Adjibi Nourou, Agence Ecofin À plus long terme, Damen évoque aussi la possibilité de relancer des activités de construction navale sur le site. DR