The President of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, delivered a firm message on Facebook: “We will continue the fight with renewed determination until this threat is completely eradicated.” His statement came in response to a deadly attack by an armed faction linked to the Islamist group Boko Haram on a military base near Barka Tolorom, […]
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Boko Haram’s resurgence threatens stability in Lake Chad region
Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno made a firm declaration following a recent assault: “We will intensify our efforts with unwavering resolve until this threat is completely eliminated.” His statement came in response to an audacious attack carried out by an offshoot of the jihadist faction Boko Haram on a military base in Barka Tolorom, […]
Boko Haram’s growing threat in Chad’s Lake Tchad region
Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno made a firm pledge earlier this month, declaring on social media that the fight against insurgent groups would continue with renewed vigor until their complete elimination. His statement came in response to a devastating attack carried out by an affiliate of the jihadist organization Boko Haram on a military […]
Boko Haram’s resurgence in Lake Chad region sparks security alarms
Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno made a firm declaration in his latest statement, vowing to intensify the fight against terrorism until Boko Haram is completely dismantled. His remarks followed a devastating assault by the jihadist faction on a military outpost in Barka Tolorom, situated along the Chad shoreline of Lake Chad, resulting in 24 […]
Côte d’Ivoire’s electoral commission dissolved: paving the way for peaceful polls
The Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) in Côte d’Ivoire, which had consistently been a central point of political friction and an enduring source of disagreement between the executive branch and opposition parties, has now been officially dissolved. This pivotal announcement was made on May 6 by government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly. He declared that this action “will […]
Regional transit Cameroon’s corridors gain momentum with N’Djamena forum
Le 11 May 2026, N’Djamena became the epicenter of regional transit discussions as logistics and transport stakeholders from Cameroon, Chad, and the Central African Republic convened for the fifth tripartite forum. The gathering focused on enhancing trade fluidity through Cameroonian ports, addressing logistical bottlenecks, and fostering economic integration across Central Africa. Over two days, government […]
Tchad Cameroun and central african republic discuss trade corridor at N’Djamena forum
Tchad, Cameroun and central african republic unite to boost transcamerounais trade corridor N’Djamena is hosting the 5th tripartite forum bringing together Tchad, Cameroun and the Central African Republic to address challenges in regional transit and commerce. The event, which kicked off on May 11, 2026, has drawn high-level officials including the Director General of Tchad’s […]
Senegal’s 45 billion cfa arms deal: two placed under judicial detention
A significant development has emerged in the judicial handling of the 45 billion CFA francs (approximately 69 million euros) arms procurement contract, initially signed during the previous presidential term of Macky Sall in Senegal. Following a complaint lodged by the State Judicial Agency (AJE), a body tasked with safeguarding the Senegalese public’s financial interests, two […]
Chad revives Cameroon-central africa transit routes for economic boost
Chad is accelerating efforts to modernize and revitalize its transit corridors connecting N’Djamena to Douala and Bangui, aiming to enhance trade flows between Cameroon, Chad, and the Central African Republic (CAR). This initiative goes beyond mere road infrastructure improvements—it’s a strategic move to bolster economic competitiveness, ensure food security, and strengthen regional integration within the […]
Togo president visits front lines in operation against extremism
In the unforgiving terrain of northern Togo, where the dry Harmattan winds give way to the stifling heat of May, the border isn’t just a line on a map—it’s a battleground. Against a backdrop of rising extremist violence creeping from the Sahel, President Faure Gnassingbé made a high-stakes visit to the front lines of Operation […]
Transport from Bamako suspended due to jihadist blockades in Mali
A dozen transport companies have halted all routes in and out of Bamako, West Africa’s Mali, as jihadist groups tighten their stranglehold on the capital through coordinated road blockades and vehicle burnings. why transport companies are grounding their fleets Transport firms cite security concerns as the primary reason for suspending operations. “We’ve temporarily suspended services […]
Tchad military strikes on lake Chad islands raise civilian deaths concerns
Following devastating nocturnal raids by jihadist factions against a Chadian military base in Barka Tolorom, which claimed 25 lives—including two high-ranking officers—and injured 46 others on May 4th, the Chadian Air Force launched immediate retaliatory airstrikes. These military operations targeted islands within Lake Chad, a region under the control of Boko Haram militants, situated along […]











