At 91, Abdoulaye Koné’s death closes more than a personal chapter—it marks the end of an era for Ivory Coast’s economic identity. His decades-long service […]
Author: Ramatou Soumana
Journalist
Niger’s August crisis: how Tiani’s reliance on Russia exposed deeper fractures in the military
The night of August 28-29, 2026, marked a turning point for Niger’s military regime under Abdourahamane Tiani. A mutiny by predominantly young soldiers from the […]
Mali’s war of narratives: how a once-neutral news site became a megaphone for official military spin
In Mali’s febrile media ecology, the line dividing verifiable war reporting from state-issued propaganda has not merely blurred—it has been systematically erased. At the eye […]
Behind the scenes: how Gabon is reshaping EU fishing talks for stronger sovereignty
Behind closed doors in Gabon’s presidential palace, a strategic shift is underway as Libreville prepares to renegotiate its fishing ties with the European Union. With […]
Senegal’s upcoming local elections: what is Diomaye Faye hiding about the 2027 vote?
Behind the carefully guarded state of Senegal’s local elections calendar lies a calculated strategy — one that reveals more about President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s political […]
Cotonou’s hidden savings: how west African households can power local financial independence
Why West Africa’s idle cash holds the key to regional financial freedom West Africa’s economic future may depend less on foreign aid and more on […]
Behind the scenes: how Benin and Spain leveraged art to redefine their global alliance
From ceremonial handshakes to cultural powerhouse: the invisible architecture of the Benin–Spain alliance The renewed momentum between Cotonou and Madrid didn’t happen by chance—it was […]
Behind the fezzan conflict: how Niger’s Tiani reshapes Libya’s hidden power struggle
The shifting sands of the Sahara are once again becoming the stage for a strategic power play, this time involving Niger’s military leadership. General Abdourahamane […]
Behind the Cuba-Benin economic revival: how hidden trade shifts could reshape West Africa
In a quiet but decisive diplomatic exchange in Cotonou, the future of one of Africa’s most resilient cross-continental alliances is taking shape. The long-standing partnership […]
Togo under Faure Gnassingbé: how political silencing operates beyond the headlines
The calendar doesn’t lie. Exactly one year has passed since the arrest of Marguerite Essossimna Gnakadé on 17 September 2025, a moment that punctuates a […]
Niger’s defense money: the CFPD, Domol Leydi and a 1.8 billion FCFA question with real consequences
Niger’s defense money: the CFPD, Domol Leydi and a 1.8 billion FCFA question with real consequences For Nigerien households already squeezed by insecurity and economic […]
Gabon’s US ambassador steps up to strengthen bilateral ties behind closed doors
Behind the curtains: how Gabon’s new US envoy is reshaping bilateral dynamics The appointment of Gabon’s newest ambassador to the United States, Baudelaire Ndong Ella, […]