A report that forces a reckoning Bamako — A new Amnesty International report on Mali has cast a harsh light on more than a decade […]
Mali’s fuel loan fallout: what the BOAD deal means for the energy crisis and what comes next
The Malian government has turned to the West African Development Bank (BOAD) for an emergency financial lifeline as pressure on its energy supply chain reaches […]
After the RAFFINOR-BF inauguration in Burkina Faso, a national debate erupts over the true control of gold
The inauguration of Burkina Faso’s first national gold refinery, RAFFINOR-BF, on 28 September 2026 in Ouagadougou has ignited a vigorous public debate. While President Ibrahim […]
Niger’s competitive dialogue three years later: a reform that changed little and sparked a bigger debate
When Niger’s government unveiled Decree No. 2022-743/PRN/PM on 29 September 2022, it promised a clean break with the past. The new text introduced a ‘competitive […]
After Benin’s UN address, a security doctrine faces its toughest test: reality
The speech has been delivered, the diplomatic cables have been filed, and the delegation has returned from New York. Now comes the harder part. Benin’s […]
Cotonou’s civil society peace push: the fallout, the debate and what happens next
As the 16th ordinary plenary assembly of the Conference of International Non-Governmental Organisations (COING) of La Francophonie opened in Cotonou on 28 September 2026, the […]
Ghana’s $109 million refusal sparks global debate on health data control
Accra has turned down a proposed health agreement with Washington over concerns about access to medical records, pathogen information, and restrictions on drug oversight. The […]
Kribi port at 15: how Cameroon’s Chinese-backed project reshapes Africa’s economic landscape
The unveiling of the Kribi deep-water port 15 years ago sparked one of Africa’s most debated infrastructure projects. Once a sleepy fishing hamlet, Mboro has […]
Niger’s UN speech aftermath: SOMAÏR and SONIDEP crises ignite a national reckoning on sovereignty
The 81st United Nations General Assembly had barely wrapped up its opening sessions when the fallout from Prime Minister Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine’s address began […]
UK airport transit visa shake-up sparks debate over West African mobility after Senegal joins list
Britain’s latest tightening of airport transit rules has thrust Senegal into the spotlight, sparking urgent debate over mobility, security, and the future of West African […]
Bitter divisions emerge as Burkina Faso’s Traoré dodges questions on AES currency plan
Bitter divisions emerge as Burkina Faso’s Traoré dodges questions on AES currency plan The future of a unified currency for the Alliance of Sahel States […]
Côte d’Ivoire’s radio spectrum shake-up: public reactions and next steps after Tuesday’s broadcast
The fallout begins: how Côte d’Ivoire’s spectrum management announcement is sparking debate Abidjan, 28 September 2026 — Côte d’Ivoire’s broadcast and telecom sectors are reacting […]