N’Djamena to host African water forum in 2026

N’Djamena is set to become the epicenter of continental water governance next summer, hosting the African Water Forum from July 15 to 16, 2026. This high-level event will convene policymakers,…

Sénégal: Ousmane Sonko set as sole candidate for Pastef leadership

The Patriotes africains du Sénégal pour le travail, l’éthique et la fraternité (Pastef) is gearing up for its inaugural national elective congress, scheduled for June 6–7, 2026 in Dakar. The…

Nigeria: military links school abductions to boko haram fighters

The Nigerian military announced on Thursday that the abduction of dozens of students and teachers in Oyo State, southern Nigeria, was carried out by Boko Haram militants. In an official…

Senegal’s Diomaye Faye and Sonko face competing political agendas

This week in Senegal, a politically charged moment unfolds as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko navigate a delicate balance of power within the executive branch. The…

Côte d’Ivoire leads in African economic policies with top honors

Abidjan, May 22, 2026 — The Builders of the African Economy platform has unveiled its 20th-anniversary laureates, recognizing nations across the continent for their outstanding public policies and sectoral achievements…

Senegal’s stance on homosexuality: Sonko vows tougher laws amid international criticism

Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has once again underscored the government’s commitment to tightening laws against homosexuality, emphasizing the necessity of strict enforcement. In a climate of mounting international scrutiny,…

Senegal’s prime minister defends strict stance on homosexuality laws

Senegal’s leadership stands firm against homosexuality amid global scrutiny Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has once again reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening legislation against homosexuality, emphasizing the need for…

Finadev Tchad liquidated by cobac after licence revocation

The Central African Banking Commission (COBAC) has revoked the operating licence of Financial Development Tchad (FINADEV Tchad S.A.), a second-tier microfinance institution headquartered in N’Djamena. The decision, issued on February…

Nigerian army blames Boko Haram for child abductions in southern regions

Military confirms Boko Haram’s renewed threat in southern regions Nigerian armed forces have attributed recent child abductions in the southern belt of the country to the notorious extremist group Boko…

Islamic state in the Sahel: persistent influence despite JNIM’s rise

The Islamic State in the Sahel Province (ISSP), formerly known as the EIGS, continues to exert a significant presence in Mali’s northeastern regions. While much of the public’s focus has…

Tottenham’s Romero misses crucial match due to argentina league final

Tottenham Hotspur faces a pivotal moment in their Premier League survival bid this weekend, but their captain Cristian Romero will not be in the stands at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.…

Côte d’ivoire launches financial services user satisfaction barometer

Côte d’Ivoire has unveiled a groundbreaking digital barometer designed to track and measure user satisfaction with financial services across the country. Officially introduced in Abidjan on 21 May 2026, the…