Senegal vs Morocco: the legal battle over CAN 2025 reaches the TAS
A significant milestone in the CAN 2025 dispute between Morocco and Senegal is set for Thursday, May 7, 2026. On this date, the Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football is scheduled to submit its formal defense to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS), responding to the appeal filed by the Senegalese authorities. This legal challenge […]
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Côte d’Ivoire: government disbands independent electoral commission
In a significant political development, the Ivorian government officially dissolved the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) during its Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, May 6. This decision marks the end of a pivotal institution that had been central to Côte d’Ivoire’s democratic landscape since 2001, ushering in a period of uncertainty regarding the framework for […]
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Transition in Mali faces assassination threat amid media restrictions
Bamako remains on edge following the April 25 attacks that claimed the life of General Sadio Camara, the nation’s second-ranking military leader. Military officials now allege a meticulously planned assassination attempt aimed at top transitional authorities, including President Assimi Goïta. Authorities claim the operation involved multiple explosive-laden vehicles, with one reportedly targeting the presidential residence. […]
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Mali security alert: alleged coup plot against goïta sparks regional tensions
In Bamako, an uneasy calm persists following the April 25 attacks that claimed the life of General Sadio Camara, the second-in-command of Mali’s military leadership. The Malian Armed Forces have now revealed details of what they describe as a meticulously planned assassination attempt targeting the nation’s top transitional authorities, including President Assimi Goïta. According to […]
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How AI is revolutionizing water purification in Bénin
In the bustling coastal city of Cotonou, a groundbreaking initiative is reshaping how communities address water pollution. At the heart of this innovation is SSaFE, a startup led by chemist Marielle Agbahoungbata, which has developed Watt Air, an artificial intelligence-powered filtration robot designed to reclaim polluted water with unprecedented efficiency. From contaminated sources to crystal-clear […]
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Senegal’s leadership tested as Diomaye Faye charts a new course
A Shift in Senegal’s Political Landscape The initial honeymoon period at the pinnacle of Senegalese leadership appears to be giving way to the harsh realities of realpolitik. The weekend of May 2-3, 2026, represented a significant symbolic turning point in the dynamic between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko. By publicly […]
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Mali’s assimi goïta consolidates power amidst koulouba’s security challenges
By officially assuming the responsibilities of Defense Minister in addition to his duties as Head of State, Colonel Assimi Goïta completes a significant centralization of authority in Bamako. This decision, far from being a mere administrative adjustment, reveals underlying vulnerabilities: a faltering chain of command and a military strategy that appears to be losing momentum. […]
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Effective strategies for protecting human rights defenders during crises
effective strategies for protecting human rights defenders during crises In partnership with national human rights coalitions across Mali, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Sierra Leone, and Niger, ISHR has unveiled a comprehensive guide outlining best practices to safeguard human rights defenders and sustain their critical work amid crises. The enforcement of restrictive measures and directives to […]
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Omar Daf eyes Mali national team coaching role after Amiens exit
Senegalese coach eyes new challenge with Mali’s national team Omar Daf, the Senegalese football coach, has officially thrown his hat into the ring for the vacant role of head coach of Mali’s national football team, following his departure from Amiens SC in France. The former international defender, who has managed clubs in Ligue 1, is […]
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Controversial referee choice for CAF champions league final
When the CAF announced Jean-Jacques Ndala as the referee for the first leg of the African Champions League final between AS FAR and Mamelodi Sundowns, the decision sparked immediate controversy. Ndala, who officiated the chaotic 2025 AFCON final, is now at the center of a dispute following his selection for the highly anticipated match on […]
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Jean-Jacques Ndala appointed to referee the CAF Champions League final
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially selected Congolese official Jean-Jacques Ndala to take charge of the first leg of the CAF Champions League final. This highly anticipated clash between Mamelodi Sundowns and AS FAR is scheduled for May 17 in Pretoria, South Africa. At 38 years old, the referee is well known for […]
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Senegalese football fans in Morocco: president faye’s ongoing plea for release
The plight of Senegalese football supporters held in Rabat, Morocco, remains unchanged almost four months after the dramatic Africa Cup of Nations final. Initially won by Senegal with a 1-0 extra-time victory, the title was later controversially awarded 3-0 to Morocco by the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) appeal jury. While three individuals have been […]
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