The desert roads of northern Mali have once again been the scene of a tragedy. On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, a civilian transport vehicle was
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Niger’s general Tiani navigates dual pressures: secret talks and military discontent
General Abdourahamane Tiani finds himself at a critical juncture, attempting a high-stakes maneuver to stabilize Niger amid a multifaceted terrorist threat and simmering discontent within
The legal fallout of the Sénégal-Maroc CAN 2025 final
The aftermath of the CAN 2025 final continues to be a source of significant tension. Following a contentious decision by the appeal jury of the
Surviving Boko Haram: three Nigerian women share their stories of endurance
Aisha, Juliana, and Hauwa are three names attached to stories that are frequently overlooked. While mass kidnappings by the insurgent group Boko Haram often dominate
Soaring election fees block opposition in african polls
“Rigged from the start”, “no surprises”, “incumbent wins in first round”. The 2025 African presidential elections followed a disturbing pattern: opposition candidates were systematically sidelined
Soaring election costs lock opposition out in african polls
“Fixed outcomes,” “predictable contests,” and “incumbent triumphs in first rounds.” These phrases increasingly describe presidential elections across Africa in 2025. The worrying trend? Opposition candidates
Soaring election fees block opposition in west african polls
Predictable outcomes. Uncontested victories. Incumbent presidents securing first-round wins. These patterns defined Africa’s 2025 presidential elections, where opposition figures faced systematic exclusion before campaigns even
Soaring election fees lock out opposition candidates in africa
“Scripted victories”, “predictable outcomes”, “incumbent presidents winning outright”. The 2025 African presidential elections followed a disturbing trend: opposition candidates were systematically excluded before campaigns even
Benin holds historic sunday vote to elect new president after talon
In a moment of national significance, the people of Benin cast their ballots on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in a peaceful and orderly presidential election
Russia’s growing influence in the Sahel and its threat to us security interests
The military governments in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are forging a new political and security alliance while moving away from traditional Western partners. At
High-level moroccan military delegation wraps up productive Mauritania visit
Top Moroccan military officials concluded a significant working visit to Mauritania this week, reinforcing defense ties between the two nations. Led by General Mohammed Berrid,
Burkina Faso: Prominent Imam Mahmoud Barro’s Disappearance Sparks Alarm Over Religious Freedom
A cloud of uncertainty hangs over Burkina Faso following the unexplained disappearance of Imam Mahmoud Barro. This influential religious figure from Bobo-Dioulasso, the nation’s second-largest