Senegal’s asset declaration law faces referendum

PoliticsAfrica Senegal’s asset declaration law faces referendum Despite parliamentary approval, the debate surrounding Senegal’s new asset declaration law continues. A presidential announcement of a national referendum on the measure has…

Mali: critics silenced as ras bath and rose « la vie chère » face prison

The sharp edge of military justice has once again fallen in Mali. Mohamed Youssouf Bathily, widely recognized as Ras Bath, and the prominent influencer Rokia Doumbia, known to many as…

Togo’s constitutional overhaul: Faure Gnassingbé’s grip tightens through legal manipulation

The arrest of two French nationals exposes Togo’s governance failings An abrupt arrest in northern Togo has cast a glaring light on the country’s deteriorating governance standards. Two French citizens,…

Mbatchi pambou advocates for a Gabon national consolidation pact

As Gabon commemorated its 66th Independence Day, Joachim Mbatchi Pambou, President of the Forum for the Defense of the Republic (FDR) and a former candidate in the August 2023 presidential…

Washington confronts Sahel juntas amid escalating human rights crisis

As a brutal wave of human rights violations intensifies across Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, the United States is weighing a stronger response. On Capitol Hill, Representative James P. McGovern…

Democratic Republic of Congo: political dialogue or renewed unrest?

Following a period of relative calm, the Democratic Republic of Congo is once again at a critical political juncture. An ultimatum issued to President Tshisekedi, demanding the convocation of a…

Fenerbahçe prepares to host Lyon in crucial champions league qualifier

Fenerbahçe 18 August, 9:00 PM Lyon Canal+ compositions Fenerbahçe to clash with Olympique Lyonnais live Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 9:00 PM UEFA Champions League 2026-2027, Qualification Play-offs, First Leg Welcome…

Côte d’Ivoire: 250 f/kg set for shea nut price in 2026

Economy Côte d’Ivoire sets shea nut farm-gate price at 250 F/KG for 2026 More insights Local agriculture trends: Côte d’Ivoire’s shea butter sector gains momentum Trade agreements: Côte d’Ivoire strengthens…

Benin’s public debt: reassessing the alarmist claims

The latest official figures on Benin’s public debt stock, now standing at 9,122.2 billion F CFA, have sparked renewed concerns about the country’s financial health. Yet, a closer examination of…

Security vacuum in northern Niger after deadly MPLJ attack

Northern Niger is once again thrust into the spotlight as a fresh wave of violence shatters the military junta’s claims of restored sovereignty. The latest assault, attributed to the Movement…

Lomé training boosts local finance management in golfe communes

Lomé, August 17, 2026 — Local governments in Togo’s Golfe region are stepping up efforts to secure sustainable funding streams and optimize financial management. From August 17 to 19, representatives…