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The national landscaping initiative in Burkina Faso is turning urban centers green, with plans to create 80 new green spaces, 60 landscaped roundabouts, and 65 kilometers of tree-lined roads. These efforts aim to redefine the aesthetic and livability of Burkinabè cities, transforming dusty, heat-stricken areas into vibrant, breathable environments. In cities like Ouagadougou, where scorching […]

The space economy is becoming a central pillar of Côte d’Ivoire’s development strategy, as the nation aspires to establish itself as a major continental hub. Ivorian leaders believe that mastering satellite technology, geospatial data, and related services is essential for national sovereignty and economic competitiveness. This transition marks a significant shift in the country’s economic […]

While Lomé frequently positions itself as a key mediator in the sub-region, a more troubling narrative is reportedly emerging from Western diplomatic circles. According to confidential diplomatic sources and American intelligence reports, the regime led by Faure Gnassingbé in Togo allegedly orchestrated clandestine negotiations between Captain Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso and jihadist elements of […]

“In my three decades in football, I have never witnessed an injury quite like the one sustained by Kalidou Koulibaly.” These words from Al-Hilal manager Simone Inzaghi sent shockwaves through Sénégal in early April. The veteran defender, who was already forced to sit out the Africa Cup of Nations final in Rabat on January 18, […]

Arthur Zagré, a left-back with a rich footballing history, has made a life-changing decision by switching his international allegiance to Burkina Faso. The 24-year-old, who grew up in the Paris Saint-Germain academy and represented France at youth levels, now aims to don the national colors of his ancestors’ homeland. With 23 caps and 2 goals […]

A pronounced tension currently grips Togo’s political landscape and its judicial system. At the heart of this contentious dispute lies the alleged failure to implement a ruling by the Lomé Court of Appeal, which mandated the release of thirteen individuals. Caught between accusations of arbitrary detention and claims of national security imperatives, the nation finds […]

Despite official pronouncements celebrating the National Development Plan and robust macroeconomic growth, a recent Afrobarometer survey delivers a sharp critique of Faure Gnassingbé’s administration. The comprehensive report paints a picture of a nation under immense strain, revealing that a striking 62% of Togolese citizens believe their country is on a deeply troubling path. This widespread […]

The Catholic bishops of Chad have issued a powerful call for urgent dialogue to break the country’s political deadlock. In a formal statement released this week, the nation’s spiritual leaders expressed deep concern over Chad’s rapidly deteriorating political climate and urged authorities to foster trust and open pathways to reconciliation. «A sincere and inclusive dialogue […]

Nigeria’s security landscape is increasingly intertwined with the instability unfolding across the Sahel, particularly in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. These nations, alongside Nigeria, now account for the highest number of conflict-related fatalities in West Africa. The coordinated assaults that struck Mali in April 2026—spanning from Kati to Gao and Mopti—serve as a stark reminder […]

When Fragmentation Becomes a Threat to West African Stability In the high-stakes arena of geopolitics, timing shapes destinies. The recent decision by the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, all under military leadership—to sever ties with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) may appear as a bold assertion of […]