In-depth English analysis and breaking news from the heart of West Africa's Sahel region.
Steering an economy without sufficiently detailed, regular, and accessible data is like making decisions with limited visibility. In Gabon, the publication of economic indicators by specialized agencies does allow for tracking certain sectoral trends, but it does not always meet the analytical needs of businesses, investors, researchers, and citizens. Between sometimes poorly documented short-term information, […]
In Niamey, the apparent calm following the events of 29 August may be deceiving. Behind the official statements of control and assurances from the authorities, a pressing question emerges: is the Nigerien military command chain as unified as it claims to be? Appearances can be misleading. Traffic has resumed in Niamey, authorities are communicating, and […]
Publié aujourd’hui à 08h30 Lecture : 5 minutes. Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Résumer Jeune Afrique Législatives au Maroc 2016 Coup d’État au Niger Romuald Wadagni Assimi Goïta Abdourahamane Tiani FMI
De Ségou à Mopti, de Kidal aux grands axes routiers, le Mali semble entrer dans une nouvelle phase de sa crise sécuritaire. Alors que le pouvoir militaire avait promis de restaurer l’intégrité territoriale et de mettre fin à l’insécurité, les groupes jihadistes continuent de progresser. Le JNIM exerce désormais une pression croissante sur les populations, […]
Un rapport britannique décrit un Sahel où l’affaiblissement des États profite aux groupes armés. Au Mali, au Burkina Faso et au Niger, les régimes militaires avaient promis de restaurer la souveraineté et la sécurité. Mais sur le terrain, les attaques persistent, tandis que les institutions démocratiques reculent. Par notre rédaction — 4 septembre 2026 Elles […]
San, 3 septembre 2026 — La bataille de San ne se joue plus seulement sur le terrain. Elle se poursuit désormais dans l’espace informationnel, à travers des vidéos, des communiqués et des déclarations contradictoires. Près d’un mois après l’attaque du camp militaire de San, le Groupe de soutien à l’islam et aux musulmans (JNIM), affilié […]
The security situation in western Niger remains highly volatile. While the military administration coordinates extensive campaigns to rally public backing for the head of state, General Abdourahamane Tiani, fresh incursions in the Tillabéri region highlight the ongoing danger posed by armed groups. On 2 September 2026, armed assailants targeted several settlements in the Tillabéri district, […]
The highly anticipated transfer of Algerian international Riyad Mahrez appears to be entering its final stages. Reports indicate that his move to Saudi club Al-Shabab is progressing smoothly, with only a few administrative formalities left to resolve before an official announcement. The Saudi club is currently awaiting the necessary green light from the Saudi Professional […]
Air Sénégal enhances its fleet with a new Boeing 737-800 a-la-une 02 sept. 2026 Air Sénégal has announced the acquisition of a new Boeing 737-800, set to be integrated into its growing fleet. This strategic move, fully backed by the State of Sénégal, aligns perfectly with the nation’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its air sovereignty […]
The events unfolding on August 29, 2026, at Niamey’s Air Base 101 transcended the usual narrative of a jihadist threat. A mutiny, primarily involving the Special Forces—the very spearhead of anti-jihadist efforts in the tri-border region—exposed profound internal rifts within the central military authority. This unexpected rebellion laid bare deep-seated tensions: frustrations over battlefield losses, […]
The Senegalese government and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have successfully reached a staff-level agreement for a comprehensive 36-month program under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF). This substantial financial package, valued at nearly $2.2 billion (approximately 1,229 billion FCFA), is designed to restore the nation’s fiscal sustainability while providing crucial support to the private sector. […]
In a pivotal development for its economic trajectory, Senegal has secured a significant financial commitment from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), opening the door to a crucial injection of $2.2 billion. This vital support package comes as Dakar resolutely agrees to undertake a comprehensive restructuring of its national debt, signaling a renewed focus on fiscal […]