In-depth English analysis and breaking news from the heart of West Africa's Sahel region.
Targets were established under the Country Strategic Options Programme (COSOP) for 2019–2026. A joint workshop organized by the Government of Cameroon and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) convened in Yaoundé on 16 July 2026. The event reviewed the outcomes of the 2019–2026 COSOP and laid the groundwork for the next phase, COSOP 2027–2032. […]
The Senegalese capital has seen a sharp increase in police checks targeting foreigners, raising questions among civil society groups and foreign residents. Within eight days, authorities conducted 490 inspections, resulting in 36 cases being referred to the public prosecutor for irregular stay violations. These operations, framed as routine administrative verifications, have sparked growing unease about […]
Morocco and Mauritania strengthen security cooperation to tackle Sahel threats Closer coordination between Morocco and Mauritania aims to secure the Maghreb’s southern borders while reinforcing regional stability efforts. Morocco and Mauritania are elevating their security partnership, recognizing the growing threats posed by regional instability in the Sahel. Both nations are intensifying efforts to enhance border […]
Morocco and Mauritania deepen security ties amid Sahel instability Morocco and Mauritania are strengthening their partnership to secure borders and counter regional threats, reinforcing their role as key security players in North and West Africa. As instability spreads across the Sahel, Morocco and Mauritania are taking decisive steps to strengthen their security cooperation. Their discussions […]
While observers have noted the relatively low number of Russian casualties in recent militant attacks across Mali, analysts point to several key factors behind this disparity. Unlike Malian troops, who bear the brunt of frontline operations, Russian paramilitaries from Africa Corps appear to suffer fewer losses. What’s driving this trend? The contrast in casualties is […]
Niamey hosted high-level discussions on reshaping the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), with Nigerien authorities asserting their perspectives on the bureau’s future mandate. The meeting brought together Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey, Chair of Niger’s Consultative Council for Refoundation (CCR), and Sahle-Work Zewde, former President of Ethiopia, who is leading the […]
C64 postpones July 22 march and sets ultimatum for inclusive dialogue The Coalition Article 64 for the defense of constitutional order (C64) has announced the postponement of its planned peaceful march scheduled for Wednesday, July 22 in front of the Palais de la Nation in Kinshasa. The decision comes as the coalition responds to calls […]
The official website of Kenya’s presidency faced a significant cybersecurity breach on Saturday, July 18, 2026, sending shockwaves through Nairobi’s digital infrastructure. While authorities initially downplayed the incident as a mere technical glitch, deeper investigations revealed a coordinated cyberattack involving a ransom demand in cryptocurrency. This alarming development underscores Kenya’s growing vulnerability in the digital […]
Ousmane Sonko, leader of Senegal’s Pastef party, made a solemn visit to Ouakam this week to convey his deepest sympathies to the grieving family of the esteemed Jaraaf Papa Youssou Ndoye, a highly respected community figure. The gesture marked another stop in his ongoing tour of condolence visits across Dakar and its surrounding areas.
The transitional government of Mali has taken a decisive step in its crackdown on perceived threats to national stability. During a cabinet meeting, officials approved a draft ordinance amending the country’s nationality law, introducing a controversial provision that allows authorities to strip citizenship from dual nationals accused of undermining vital state interests. Previously, Mali’s laws […]
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has always been a land of shadows, where power is seized not in the bright glare of legislative chambers but in the quiet corners of intelligence corridors. Since shaking off colonial rule in 1960, every leader, rebel movement, and transition has relied on an invisible hand guiding their rise—one […]
The shadow over the Congo River: the untold story of Congo’s spy chiefs In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), power has never been seized through parliamentary debates—it has always been taken in the shadows. Since gaining independence in 1960, every president, rebellion, and transition has relied on a shadowy figure: the master spy. […]