JNIM escalates threats against Niamey residents amid rising insecurity in Niger

The escalating threat of violence has now reached the very outskirts of Niamey, Niger’s capital. In a recent video statement delivered in the Zarma language on June 26, 2026, the…

Burkina Faso’s diplomatic shift: a quest for true sovereignty or new dependencies?

On June 26, 2026, Burkina Faso declared a definitive end to its diplomatic engagement with France. Officials in Ouagadougou justified this significant decision by pointing to accusations of “neocolonialism,” perceived…

Second Nigerien student dies in Ukraine conflict

The Association of Nigerien Students in Russia (AENR) announced the death of Adamou Abdoulaye Ismaël, who had been missing for several months. In June 2025, the organisation had issued a…

Ouagadougou’s beer scarcity highlights market strain in Burkina Faso

For many residents of Ouagadougou, the simple act of sharing a beer with friends after a day’s work has transformed into a challenging endeavor. Over recent months, store shelves have…

Burkina Faso: prolonged detention and health concerns for opposition figure Guy Hervé Kam

The circumstances surrounding Guy Hervé Kam continue to be a subject of significant inquiry within Burkina Faso. This prominent lawyer, recognized as a co-founder of the civic movement Balai Citoyen…

L’absence de politique sécuritaire transforme le Sahel en foyer du djihadisme mondial

La bande sahélo-saharienne est officiellement devenue l’épicentre du djihadisme mondial. De l’ouest du Mali jusqu’aux confins du bassin du lac Tchad, des millions de civils sahéliens vivent désormais sous le…

Russian cultural centers in Africa: Moscow’s growing soft power

From Bamako to Bangui and Niamey, the proliferation of Russian Houses has become a defining feature of Moscow’s expanding influence across Africa. Officially established as hubs for cultural and educational…

Niger initiates formal withdrawal from international criminal court

The Republic of Niger has formally initiated the process of withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC), a move that aligns with the policy of disengagement pursued by military authorities…

Faith and civic duty fuel social transformation says cardinal parolin

On a sunny afternoon in Rabat, Cardinal Pietro Parolin addressed a distinguished gathering as the newly appointed honorary member of the Moroccan Royal Academy. His presence highlighted the deep spiritual…

Niger three years after russian alignment, insecurity deepens further

Three years after the military junta in Niger forged a strategic partnership with Russia in July 2023, the country continues to grapple with an escalating jihadist insurgency. Despite the stated…

Burkina Faso faces european scrutiny over governance and rights

The Burkinabè transitional authorities, emerging from the September 2022 coup d’état, have reportedly opted for confrontation rather than transparency after facing criticism from a resolution passed by the European Parliament…

The myth of Burkina Faso’s economic miracle under Ibrahim Traoré

Since assuming leadership, Captain Ibrahim Traoré has emerged as a prominent figure in Africa’s sovereignist movement. Through aggressive public relations campaigns and pervasive social media engagement, Burkinabè authorities are striving…