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Jihadist surge exposes Mali’s widening security collapse In a brazen overnight raid, the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM) launched a coordinated assault on a Chinese-operated gold mining facility in Naréna, a remote district in southern Mali near the Guinea border. The attack, marked by precision targeting and devastating destruction, left the Malian armed […]
The people of Mali stand at a crossroads, trapped between the unyielding grip of the military junta and the advancing forces of the JNIM, an affiliate of Al-Qaida. With the capital Bamako under siege and the government’s credibility crumbling, citizens face an impossible decision: surrender to extremist rule or endure the failures of a regime […]
News Politics Côte d’Ivoire elections: civil society demands full electoral reform and political dialogue Facebook X Pinterest WhatsApp The debate over electoral governance reform in Côte d’Ivoire has intensified following the dissolution of the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI). The Platform of 37 Organizations, NGOs, Associations and Civil Society Movements (PEC-CI) delivered a strong statement on […]
The Côte d’Ivoire insurance landscape mourns the loss of a titan: Maurice Digbeu Kipré, visionary founder and CEO of Serenity, who passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Abidjan at the age of 75. a career marked by excellence and innovation With academic roots spanning Côte d’Ivoire and the United States, Kipré launched his […]
Senegal’s path to can 2027 revealed in group j draw The much-anticipated draw for the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2027 qualifiers has concluded, setting Senegal’s journey to defend its continental crown. In a development keenly watched by West Africa insider news outlets, the Lions of Teranga find themselves in Group J, alongside Mozambique, Sudan, […]
Starlink internet pricing in Senegal sparks fierce debate over affordability Starlink’s recently announced pricing structure for its satellite internet services in Senegal has ignited a heated public debate, raising serious concerns about affordability and transparency in the country’s telecom sector. Public reaction to Starlink’s pricing model The announcement of Starlink’s tariffs has not gone unnoticed, […]
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 government of Burkina Faso recently heralded a grand agricultural support initiative, allocating over two billion FCFA, ostensibly to benefit internally displaced persons (IDPs) resettling in Kaya. However, beneath the official rhetoric of “reconquest” and national solidarity, a much darker truth emerges: allegations of blatant fund diversion, exploiting the plight of vulnerable populations who, on […]
Despite Matvey Safonov‘s impressive performances for Paris Saint-Germain since stepping in for Lucas Chevalier, his long-term starting position remains uncertain. Reports indicate that sporting advisor Luis Campos is actively pursuing a significant transfer for FC Porto‘s goalkeeper, Diogo Costa. Following Paris Saint-Germain‘s Ligue 1 title win, secured after a decisive victory against RC Lens, Luis […]
Internal power struggles challenge Pastef’s unity ahead of 2027 polls A year shy of the pivotal 2027 territorial elections, the Pastef party finds itself embroiled in escalating internal tensions. Prominent figures within the movement are locked in a fierce battle for influence and positioning, casting a shadow over its cohesion. These burgeoning rivalries, particularly noticeable […]
On the morning of Monday, May 18, a drone operated by the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) tragically targeted a vehicle belonging to the GATIA armed movement in the Intahaka mining zone, near Gao. This group, despite its loyalty to Bamako, suffered casualties in what was described as an “error.” This latest bloody incident starkly reveals […]
Abidjan took center stage on May 18, 2026, as the host city for a landmark gathering on personal data governance across Africa. The ninth conference of the Réseau africain des autorités de protection des données personnelles (RAPDP) brought together over thirty delegations, including twenty-four from African nations, alongside European partners, independent experts, and private sector […]