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The political landscape in Sénégal is heating up as Khady Diène Gaye launches a fierce counterattack against Abdourahmane Diouf. The dispute centers on controversial claims regarding Ousmane Sonko and a purported agreement on national debt restructuring. Khady Diène Gaye has strongly refuted allegations made by Abdourahmane Diouf concerning Ousmane Sonko’s stance on debt restructuring. The […]
The security situation in western Niger remains highly volatile. While the military administration coordinates extensive campaigns to rally public backing for the head of state, General Abdourahamane Tiani, fresh incursions in the Tillabéri region highlight the ongoing danger posed by armed groups. On 2 September 2026, armed assailants targeted several settlements in the Tillabéri district, […]
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In a bold move to redefine the educational landscape, the Beninese government has greenlit a sweeping set of reforms aimed at fostering inclusivity and modernization across all levels of learning. A financial injection of nearly 30 billion West African CFA francs has been earmarked to support students from primary classrooms to university lecture halls as […]
Investigative journalist and director of Radio Télévision Saraounia, Moussa Kaka, vanished without a trace in Niamey on the evening of August 31, 2026. His sudden disappearance has sent shockwaves through Niger’s media landscape, where fears of a targeted abduction are growing by the hour. Around 7 PM, Mr. Kaka left his offices in Niamey to […]
As the French National Financial Prosecutor’s Office (PNF) ramps up its scrutiny of overseas holdings controlled by foreign leaders, all eyes are now on the real estate portfolio linked to Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé and his associates. From opaque property firms to grand Parisian townhouses and money laundering probes, this case sits at the nexus […]
The highly anticipated transfer of Algerian international Riyad Mahrez appears to be entering its final stages. Reports indicate that his move to Saudi club Al-Shabab is progressing smoothly, with only a few administrative formalities left to resolve before an official announcement. The Saudi club is currently awaiting the necessary green light from the Saudi Professional […]
Air Sénégal enhances its fleet with a new Boeing 737-800 a-la-une 02 sept. 2026 Air Sénégal has announced the acquisition of a new Boeing 737-800, set to be integrated into its growing fleet. This strategic move, fully backed by the State of Sénégal, aligns perfectly with the nation’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its air sovereignty […]
The events unfolding on August 29, 2026, at Niamey’s Air Base 101 transcended the usual narrative of a jihadist threat. A mutiny, primarily involving the Special Forces—the very spearhead of anti-jihadist efforts in the tri-border region—exposed profound internal rifts within the central military authority. This unexpected rebellion laid bare deep-seated tensions: frustrations over battlefield losses, […]
Morocco recently reiterated its strong commitment before the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC of the AU), emphasizing the urgent need to enhance the safeguarding of children impacted by armed conflicts. The nation specifically highlighted key areas such as preventing their recruitment into hostilities, ensuring their ongoing protection, and facilitating their sustainable reintegration into […]
The Senegalese government and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have successfully reached a staff-level agreement for a comprehensive 36-month program under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF). This substantial financial package, valued at nearly $2.2 billion (approximately 1,229 billion FCFA), is designed to restore the nation’s fiscal sustainability while providing crucial support to the private sector. […]
En Vedette Politique Ousmane Sonko challenges Senegal’s new IMF deal, demands transparency Ousmane Sonko, the former Prime Minister and current President of Senegal’s National Assembly, has issued a strong statement regarding the latest agreement between the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Senegalese government. Taking to his Facebook page, the head of the parliamentary institution […]