Jihadist militant expansion threatens west africa’s economic stability

Jihadist militant factions operating in the Sahel are intensifying their campaigns, extending their reach beyond traditional strongholds into coastal West African nations. This strategic expansion is merging previously distinct conflict…

Coup d’état in Africa recent military takeovers explained

The Bénin has become the latest African nation to face a military takeover attempt, joining a troubling trend that has swept across the continent since 2020. This brief but intense…

Attempted coup in Benin: what happened sunday morning

MATEUS BONOMI / AGIF via AFP Attendees at an event with Benin’s President Patrice Talon Unrest unfolded in the heart of Cotonou on Sunday morning as a group of soldiers…

Benin turmoil: presidency denies coup amid military claims

Military officials in Bénin declared on Sunday, December 7, via public television that they had « removed from office » President Patrice Talon, though his inner circle swiftly countered that…

Benin foiled coup attempt against Patrice Talon

Un coup d’État avorté secoue le Bénin Une tentative de prise de pouvoir par des militaires a été déjouée au Bénin ce 7 décembre 2025. Vers l’aube, un groupe de…

What’s happening in Benin after the televised president removal attempt

Gunfire erupted in Cotonou, Benin’s economic hub, this Sunday morning as a group of soldiers announced on national television that President Patrice Talon had been removed from office. The government…

Bénin’s government declares a foiled coup attempt

Authorities in Bénin have announced they successfully thwarted an attempted coup aimed at overthrowing President Patrice Talon. The president assured the public that the situation was “totally under control,” with…

Burkina Faso: human rights lawyer Ini Benjamine Esther Doli sentenced to prison

The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a joint initiative between the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), is highlighting the…

New displacement crisis in western Niger due to armed attacks

Niger: new displacement surge in western town amid armed group pressure A massive influx of internally displaced persons has overwhelmed the municipality of Téra in western Niger. Thousands have fled…

Burkina Faso secures additional world bank funding to boost human capital

The Government of Burkina Faso and the World Bank have formalized a credit agreement for an additional $100.4 million. This crucial financing is allocated to bolster the existing Human Capital…

Mali army and allied militias accused of civilian massacres in Ségou

Deadly raids in central Mali leave at least 31 civilians dead Mali’s armed forces and allied Dozos militias stand accused of orchestrating a series of deadly raids in the conflict-stricken…

Burkina Faso: high-ranking magistrates face corruption charges

Burkina Faso: high-ranking magistrates face corruption charges News. The administration led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré has announced the discovery of a “widespread network of dishonest officials” operating within the Ouagadougou…