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The prolonged tension between Niger and its Chinese oil partners has finally reached resolution. Niamey has announced the successful conclusion of negotiations with companies involved in upstream oil production and the pipeline transporting Nigerien crude to the Atlantic. This agreement puts an end to a simmering conflict that emerged shortly after General Abdourahamane Tiani took […]
The Togolese government has taken a decisive step toward enhancing regional integration by announcing the complete abolition of entry visas for all African nationals. This landmark policy mirrors the successful approach adopted by neighboring Bénin since 2016, positioning Lomé as a key player in fostering free movement across Africa. Lomé follows Cotonou’s lead Foreign policy […]
Tchad Zenaba Adoum Oudah: breaking barriers in chadian entrepreneurship Meet Zenaba Adoum Oudah, a chadian biologist and entrepreneur reshaping local challenges into economic opportunities at PROJIACE 2026. Editorial Team may 19, 2026 — 1 min read Share By Local Correspondent In N’Djamena, Zenaba Adoum Oudah stands out as a trailblazer among a new wave of […]
Sahel politicsAfrica insights kidnapping industry fuels Boko Haram’s war in the Sahel An in-depth look at how mass kidnappings have become a lucrative funding stream for Boko Haram across Nigeria, Niger, Chad, and Cameroon. The kidnapping economy has evolved into a structured industry fueling terrorism in West Africa. Between July 2024 and June 2025 alone, […]
The kidnapping-for-ransom industry has evolved into a multi-million-dollar revenue stream for Boko Haram, fueling its decade-long insurgency across West Africa’s Lake Chad region. Analysts confirm the group’s funding model now relies heavily on mass abductions, with Nigeria bearing the brunt of this violent enterprise. Rising tide of kidnappings fuels jihadist coffers Between mid-2024 and mid-2025, […]
French civil society organizations and political leaders are stepping up efforts to support LGBTQ+ individuals in Senegal, following the country’s recent passage of a law criminalizing same-sex relationships. The legislation, approved in March, imposes prison sentences ranging from five to ten years for violations, sparking international concern. Among those leading the response is the advocacy […]
The Nigerien transitional government has recently implemented a decree to cap residential rents in Niamey, setting maximum prices between 15,000 and 80,000 West African CFA francs. While the policy aims to address affordability concerns for low-income households, economists warn it may inadvertently deepen the housing crisis by disrupting market dynamics. How price controls could backfire […]
The recent enactment of the law amending Sénégal’s Electoral Code continues to fuel a significant political controversy. Deputy Tafsir Thioye, a prominent independent parliamentarian within the National Assembly and a vocal critic of the current administration, held a press conference this Tuesday. He aimed to articulate his interpretation of the newly adopted text, which has […]
Touba: The APR denounces Sonko’s actions before Serigne Mountakha Mbacké The Alliance for the Republic (APR) has amplified its outreach in Touba following the detention of Pape Malick Ndour, vehemently condemning what it describes as a political conspiracy orchestrated by the current administration. Before Serigne Mountakha Mbacké, the party’s representatives passionately advocated for justice, reigniting […]
A glance at the map immediately reveals the direct relevance of Mali’s situation to Algeria. Within the vast Saharan expanses granted to Algeria in 1962 reside the Tuareg people. For Algiers, a consistent policy involves actively preventing the formation of a Tuareg “state” in northern Mali. This is achieved by manipulating and discrediting any irredentist […]
Two Ligue 1 fixtures were abandoned following pitch invasions during the final matchday. The incidents marred what should have been a celebratory conclusion to the season. The final round of Ligue 1 matches descended into disorder as pitch invasions disrupted two fixtures in Nice and Nantes. These disturbances overshadowed the culmination of an already tense […]
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. […]