In-depth English analysis and breaking news from the heart of West Africa's Sahel region.
This summer promises significant activity at Real Madrid, particularly with the anticipated arrival of José Mourinho. To restore the Casa Blanca’s competitive edge, the Special One is poised to demand several key transfers, some of which present considerable challenges. Among his top priorities is reportedly his Portuguese compatriot, the pivotal Paris Saint-Germain midfielder, Vitinha. Following […]
« La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. « La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Published il y a une heure Face aux députés lors des questions d’actualité à l’Assemblée nationale ce vendredi, Ousmane […]
From promises of ironclad security to humiliating retreat The Malian junta’s gamble on foreign paramilitaries has collapsed under the weight of its own miscalculations. After entrusting the nation’s security to Russian-led Africa Corps forces, Bamako now faces a crisis of legitimacy so severe that even Moscow is cutting its losses. The recent loss of key […]
This Friday marked a historic milestone for road transport and port traffic management in Bénin. The Port Autonome de Cotonou (PAC) inaugurated the Zongo Truck Park, a state-of-the-art facility designed to revolutionize how heavy goods vehicles operate in and around the country’s economic hub. From chaos to order: a 700-space logistics revolution The new truck […]
On the surface, Togo is presenting itself as a beacon of borderless Africa under the banner of a bold visa exemption policy. Yet beneath the carefully crafted narrative of openness lies a far more restrictive reality, where political posturing overshadows genuine liberalization. President Faure Gnassingbé’s announcement of visa-free entry for all African nationals has thrust […]
Senegal prime minister condemns western pressure on homosexuality laws In a forceful parliamentary address, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has forcefully rejected international calls to reconsider legislation that toughens penalties against same-sex relations. Speaking on Friday, May 21, Sonko framed these demands as an attempt by Western nations to impose their cultural values on Senegal’s […]
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko of Senegal recently issued a directive to government officials, urging them to accelerate the finalization and operational launch of public infrastructure projects currently underway across the nation. During an inter-ministerial council focused on infrastructure, held in Dakar, the head of government emphasized the critical need to promptly resolve administrative, financial, and […]
European football enthusiasts are gearing up for one of the season’s most anticipated events. On Saturday, May 30, Paris Saint-Germain is set to battle Arsenal FC in the 2026 UEFA Champions League final. This monumental clash will unfold within the magnificent Puskás Aréna in Budapest, promising an extraordinary European spectacle available for live broadcast viewing […]
Bamako’s junta confronts a strategic void Mali is no longer merely a nation in distress; it has become a critical fault line across the entire Sahel region. The combined pressure from jihadist factions, Tuareg separatist militias, escalating ethnic rivalries, economic collapse, and growing military reliance on Moscow is transforming Mali’s inherent state fragility into an […]
VfL Wolfsburg and SC Paderborn 07 played out a cautious stalemate in the Bundesliga relegation playoff first leg, with neither side able to break the deadlock at Volkswagen Arena on Thursday evening. The match concluded goalless, leaving the outcome wide open ahead of the decisive second leg. The return fixture is scheduled for 25 May […]
HomeInsightsMali’s deepening militarization: how war shapes the state InsightsEditor’s Picks Mali’s deepening militarization: how war shapes the state The Malian army faces unprecedented challenges. Since asserting control over its military sovereignty following the withdrawal of French forces and the gradual dismantling of Western security partnerships, Bamako has framed this transition as a historic triumph—a declaration […]
Togo has emerged as a crucial arena for an intense geopolitical rivalry unfolding between France and Russia. Through a blend of crisis diplomacy, security pacts, and soft power initiatives, these two global powers are actively vying for influence over this strategically important state situated on the Gulf of Guinea. Within the discreet spheres of power […]