Mali’s Africa Corps: civilian deaths and torture persist in new security era

New evidence from human rights monitors reveals that despite the formal replacement of Russia’s Wagner Group with Africa Corps in Mali, widespread abuses against civilians continue unabated. A comprehensive report…

Mali airstrikes in Ségou raise alarms after civilian deaths in Zanakoro

At least eight civilians, including women and children, were killed in an aerial strike targeting the village of Zanakoro in Mali’s Ségou region. The incident has intensified scrutiny over the…

French navy seizes Russian tanker flying Benin flag in Indian Ocean for sanctions evasion

The French navy intercepted a 244-meter oil tanker in the Indian Ocean on October 12, 2026, revealing a sophisticated scheme involving Benin’s maritime registry. The operation, confirmed by French authorities,…

Niger faces uncontrolled oil spill at Goumeri W-8 well as Niamey seeks Algerian help

The Government of Niger has confirmed a catastrophic blowout at the Goumeri W-8 oil well on the Agadem block, with the Chinese-operated site spewing crude more than 10 meters into…

Ivory Coast intelligence chief lands in Bamako for security talks amid regional jihadist threats

Vassiriki Traoré, head of Ivory Coast’s intelligence services, arrived in Bamako on October 15, 2026, for a three-day working visit at the invitation of Malian security chief General Modibo Koné.…

Niger’s oil crisis: SORAZ under fire as 418 billion FCFA debt triggers financial chaos

At the heart of Niamey’s government district, a high-stakes financial battle is unfolding behind closed doors. New evidence has emerged from the October 12, 2026 closed-door meeting at the Prime…

Ecobank launches yuan payment channel with CIPS to boost Africa-China trade

Ecobank, a leading Pan-African banking group, has taken a decisive step in deepening financial ties between Africa and China. On October 10, 2026, in Beijing, the bank formalized a landmark…

Agadem oil spill: Niger’s unanswered health and environmental crisis tests state credibility

The unfolding crisis in Agadem, situated in the Diffa region of Niger, demands urgent attention. An unprecedented crude oil and gas eruption classified as an exceptional incident by the Nigerien…

France and Chad sign fresh defence pact amid shifting Sahel alliances

Historic meeting in Paris signals new defence era The French and Chadian governments have formally revived their defence relationship, signing a landmark declaration of intent in Paris on 13 October…

France and Chad sign landmark defense pact to reshape Sahel security dynamics

The strategic reset between France and Chad reached a critical milestone on October 13, 2026, as both nations inked a landmark defense cooperation agreement in Paris. The declaration, signed by…

Ghana clamps down on illegal mining with new oversight crackdown

Ghana, Africa’s top gold producer, is tightening its grip on the mining industry with sweeping new oversight measures. The move aims to enforce stricter environmental compliance, tackle illegal operations, and…

Joseph Kabila now leading DR Congo’s FRN rebellion: what this shake-up means

Le grand invité Afrique RDC: «prendre la tête de la rébellion permet à Joseph Kabila de la rassembler et de clarifier les choses» Publié le : 14/10/2026 – 07:33 Écouter…