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Senegal’s public treasury hit in latest cyberattack wave

A disturbing pattern of digital incursions continues to challenge Senegal’s state institutions, with the Public Treasury recently becoming the latest victim. This follows previous breaches targeting the national tax website in October and the department responsible for issuing national identity cards in January. The escalating frequency and critical nature of these attacks highlight a profound […]

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Romuald Wadagni’s presidency in Benin faces high expectations and challenges

Benin’s new leader steps into a pivotal role with ambitious goals Romuald Wadagni has been inaugurated as Benin’s president following a decisive victory in the April 12 election, securing 94.27% of the vote against challenger Paul Hounkpè, who conceded gracefully and urged national unity. The Constitutional Court certified a 63.57% voter turnout, a significant increase […]

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Malian political figure mountaga tall’s family takes legal action after abduction

The family of Me Mountaga Tall, a prominent Malian lawyer and political figure, has confirmed the initiation of legal proceedings following his abduction from his Bamako residence. This development, which has been circulating within legal and diplomatic circles for several days, marks a significant turn in a case that is proving challenging for the transitional […]

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Senegal shifts maritime security to Turkey amid sovereignty debate

The maritime security landscape of Senegal is undergoing a significant transformation. Following the withdrawal of French forces from its territory in 2024, Dakar is now turning to Turkey to enhance the protection of its coastal waters. This strategic shift, championed by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, underscores a broader reconfiguration of […]

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Sénégal under cyber siege: treasury targeted in growing digital threats

The recent cyberattack on Senegal’s public treasury underscores a troubling pattern for Dakar. Within just six months, three central government agencies have fallen victim to digital intrusions, thrusting the issue of cybersecurity into the spotlight of Senegal’s national digital sovereignty debate. This latest breach coincides with the state’s accelerated push toward digitalizing public services, which […]

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Mali’s army and government retain strong public support amid security challenges

Mali’s transition authorities stand firm against armed groups, says transition council member Moussa Ag Acharatoumane Listen – 05:11 In Mali, the transition authorities remain unwavering in their commitment to combat armed groups. On April 25, jihadists from the Jnim, linked to al-Qaïda, and separatist rebels from the FLA launched coordinated massive attacks for the first […]

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Sénégal debt crisis: experts call for new financing strategies

Economists in Dakar have urged Senegal to explore alternative funding sources as the country grapples with a mounting debt crisis. The call came during a high-level forum focused on addressing Senegal’s debt challenges, where experts emphasized the need for a comprehensive debt audit and expanded financial partnerships beyond traditional multilateral institutions. hidden commitments fuel debt […]

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Diplomatic tensions flare over Senegal Morocco can final in Nairobi summit

Nairobi — Four months after the disputed Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco, the diplomatic fallout continues to overshadow continental summits. At the recent Africa-France summit in Kenya’s capital, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal seized the opportunity to remind the world of his nation’s hard-fought victory, sparking visible discomfort among observers. […]

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Algerian minister djellaoui in N’Djamena to advance trans-saharan road segments

Algeria-Chad Relations Algeria’s Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure, Abdelkader Djellaoui, recently concluded a pivotal two-day working visit to the Republic of Chad. Leading a high-level delegation, Minister Djellaoui’s primary objective was to delve into strategies for advancing joint infrastructure initiatives, with a particular focus on the crucial Trans-Saharan Road project. During the visit […]