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My initial arrival in Dakar was tinged with a slight apprehension. The reason? The African Cup of Nations (CAN) final. This particular match has unfortunately become a contentious point, reportedly souring the relationship between Morocco and Senegal – a sentiment widely acknowledged. Amadou, a courteous and smiling taxi driver in his fifties, immediately recognized my […]
In May 2026, the delicate balance of purchasing power across West Africa faces fresh strain. As households endeavor to safeguard their savings against persistent inflationary pressures, a stark reality emerges at fuel stations: a significant divergence in pricing has materialized between Côte d’Ivoire and Bénin. Côte d’Ivoire: The paradox of a producing nation Following a […]
FIFA warns teams ahead of 2026 world cup over field walkouts The FIFA president Gianni Infantino has issued a stern warning to national teams ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled to take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. His statement comes in the wake of a high-profile incident during the recent […]
Mali Niger’s government announced late Thursday that the combined anti-jihadist forces of Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali executed “intensive aerial operations” within Malian borders. These actions were a direct response to recent assaults by jihadists linked to al-Qaeda and Tuareg separatist factions. The preceding weekend witnessed the most significant offensive against Mali in almost fifteen […]
Mali bids farewell to former defence minister Sadio Camara in state funeral West Africa observers are closely examining the implications of Mali’s state funeral for former defence minister Sadio Camara, who was killed in a recent jihadist attack. The nationally televised ceremony, attended by junta leader Assimi Goïta and top military officials, highlighted Camara’s legacy […]