In-depth English analysis and breaking news from the heart of West Africa's Sahel region.
Une justice globale en crise Le Burkina Faso, le Mali et le Niger ont officiellement retiré leur adhésion à la Cour pénale internationale (CPI), un coup dur pour la justice pénale internationale. Le retrait de ces pays est un signal d’alarme pour l’ensemble du droit international, qui a longtemps dépendu des puissances occidentales pour régler […]
The Importance of Dialogue in the DRC As the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) navigates its complex political landscape, President Félix Tshisekedi has announced his commitment to organizing a national dialogue. This move is seen as a significant step towards addressing the country’s pressing issues and promoting national unity. The Dialogue: A Step Towards Reconciliation […]
Leadership at Côte d’Ivoire Énergies (CI-ENERGIES), the state-owned entity steering the nation’s electricity sector, has transitioned to new hands. Traoré Amidou officially assumed the role of director general during a handover ceremony held Friday, July 24, 2026. The event was led by Yves Konan, chair of the board of directors. The appointment marks the end […]
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President Oligui Nguema’s visit to France marked a significant turning point in Franco-Gabonese relations, after 42 years without a high-level state visit. The two countries have agreed to rekindle their partnership, abandoning the past’s exploitative practices to establish an equal relationship. At the economic level, Oligui Nguema’s determination to break free from foreign companies’ exploitation […]
Should Burkina Faso genuinely meet nearly all its cereal requirements, as official reports assert, it would be the everyday experience of its citizens, not state pronouncements, that would confirm this reality. Yet, across the bustling markets of Ouagadougou, Bobo-Dioulasso, and even in the nation’s interior regions, there is a complete absence of public recognition for […]
The government of Bénin has intensified its stance against employers failing to comply with the national minimum wage, set at 52,000 FCFA. Despite legal provisions, numerous businesses continue to underpay their employees, prompting authorities to urge workers to report violations directly to the CNSS (National Social Security Fund). Employers found in breach of the law […]
Moroccan and Malian flags © DR Morocco and Mali inaugurate vocational training complex in Bamako In a landmark move to boost youth employment and technical skills in West Africa, the Kingdom of Morocco has officially handed over the Mohammed VI Professional Training Complex to the Malian government in Bamako. This state-of-the-art facility, covering 5,200 square […]
Actualités • Défense / Sécurité • terrorisme United States considers military action against JNIM in Mali as Africa Corps falters Etienne Benoit Publié le 24/07/2026 Lecture : 3 min 0 FacebookXTelegramWhatsAppShare The administration of President Donald Trump is actively considering the possibility of launching military strikes against the Group for the Support of Islam and […]
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The International Monetary Fund has delivered a harsh verdict: Niger’s border closures have drained public coffers of 117 billion FCFA. This staggering figure reveals the depth of the economic crisis gripping West Africa since the region’s political upheavals. Customs and tax revenues, the lifeblood of Sahelian states, have plummeted. By blocking the historic trade routes […]
Reirement de situation majeur sur la scène politique béninoise. Longtemps opposé à la création de la chambre haute du Parlement, l’ancien chef de l’État Thomas Boni Yayi annonce qu’il exercera finalement son droit de sénateur, évoquant la nécessité d’ouvrir un espace de dialogue face à un paysage politique verrouillé. C’est un changement de posture significatif […]