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Sorbonne Université and Benin’s CHIC join forces to elevate regional healthcare The healthcare landscape in West Africa is on the brink of a transformative leap, with Sorbonne Université, a leading European academic and medical institution, setting its sights on Benin. A high-level delegation from the French university, headed by its president, recently visited the Centre […]
The National Centre for Strategic Studies (CNES) has initiated a three-day intensive workshop in Ouagadougou, bringing together diplomats and foreign affairs experts from across Burkina Faso. Held at the Permanent Secretariat of the African Peer Review Mechanism (SP-MAEP) in Ouaga 2000, this session focuses on strategic intelligence and geopolitical forecasting. Thirty diplomats, ambassadors, and technical […]
An official directive has sent shockwaves through Burkina Faso. Authorities have indefinitely suspended all beauty pageants nationwide, citing a commitment to preserving cultural values and acknowledging the nation’s ongoing security crisis. Yet beneath the surface of this decision lies a more troubling development: the steady consolidation of authoritarian rule. Politics through distraction The timing and […]
The Algerian Prime Minister, Mr. Sifi Ghrieb, was granted an audience by the President of the Republic of Chad, Marshal Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, this past Monday in N’Djamena. The high-level meeting marks a significant step in strengthening diplomatic and economic bonds between the two neighboring nations. Tasked by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune himself, the Algerian […]
Africa Burkina Faso diplomacy meets UNODC chief to strengthen security cooperation The Foreign Affairs Minister of Burkina Faso engaged in discussions with the new head of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime to align priorities in combating organized crime and terrorism. Reporting June 8, 2026 — 1 min read Share The Foreign Affairs Minister […]
N’Djamena, Chad — A regional gathering of Sahel journalists is underway in N’Djamena this week, focusing on the legal safeguards essential for media professionals reporting on environmental issues. The workshop, bringing together journalists from Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso and Chad, aims to equip them with the tools and knowledge to navigate the risks inherent in […]
A French national, accused of operating as an intelligence agent under diplomatic cover, has been handed a 20-year prison sentence in Mali for undermining state security. The verdict, delivered by the specialized anti-terrorism criminal chamber in Bamako, follows his detention in August 2025. legal consequences and diplomatic fallout The court not only imposed a lengthy […]
The National Blood Transfusion Center (CNTS) in Lomé is rallying residents of the capital and surrounding areas for a special blood donation campaign ahead of the 22nd World Blood Donor Day, observed on June 14, 2026. The initiative follows the theme “A drop of humanity. Give blood. Save lives.” and will feature a dedicated donation […]
The flow of displaced people crossing into central Mali from Burkina Faso shows no signs of slowing. Since late May, thousands of Burkinabè have crossed the border, seeking refuge in the town of Koro. Local authorities report that the situation remains critical as infrastructure struggles to meet the most basic needs of the new arrivals. […]
The unexpected passing of Lahbib Mohamed Abdelaziz, son of the former Secretary-General of the Polisario Front, has sent shockwaves through the long-standing Western Sahara conflict. At just 42 years old, his death has left many questioning the future of negotiations that have stalled for decades. Mohamed Abdelaziz, who led the Polisario Front for nearly 40 […]
Mounting tensions in Cameroon as Franck and Chantal Biya stake their claims Georges Dougueli Senior reporter specializing in Cameroon Paul Biya Franck Biya Chantal Biya Cameroon stands at a critical juncture as the shadow of succession looms over the presidency. The nation watches closely as two powerful figures—Franck Biya, the President’s son, and Chantal Biya, […]
Niamey, June 7, 2026 – Niger’s crackdown on drug trafficking reached a new milestone as authorities incinerated a substantial haul of cocaine confiscated during multiple nationwide operations. The destruction ceremony took place this Sunday at the Central Livestock Laboratory (LABOCEL), under the supervision of the National Drug Control Coordination Commission (CNCLD). Over 319 kilograms of […]