Senegal political tensions rise as ousmane sonko warns opponents
In a defining moment for Senegal’s political landscape, Ousmane Sonko, Speaker of the National Assembly and former Prime Minister, secured a decisive re-election as leader of the Pastef party during its first-ever national congress held in Diamniadio, near Dakar. The victory, which grants him another six-year term, arrives amid escalating political tensions in the country. […]
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Washington sanctions two armed group leaders in drc as 204 afc fighters surrender
The United States has imposed financial and legal sanctions on two senior leaders of armed groups operating in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), accusing them of involvement in serious human rights violations and attacks on civilian populations. In a statement, the US State Department said the measures target Gustave Kubwayo, a figure within […]
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Bénin atteint le sommet mondial de la transparence budgétaire chez les pays francophones
Le Bénin a franchi une étape décisive dans la gestion de ses finances publiques. Les derniers résultats de l’Enquête sur le budget ouvert placent désormais le pays comme une référence internationale en matière de transparence budgétaire. Grâce à des réformes structurelles approfondies et à une numérisation accrue de ses processus financiers, le Bénin obtient une […]
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Niger: the Ténéré desert, a hidden migrant graveyard
The vast expanse of sand in northern Niger is as magnificent as it is lethal. Once again, the desert region has become the stage for human tragedies that unfold far from Western eyes. While media attention often focuses on shipwrecks in the Mediterranean Sea, crossing the Sahara solidifies each year as an equally fatal step […]
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French intelligence agent sentenced to 20 years in Mali amid diplomatic tensions
French intelligence officer handed 20-year sentence in Mali, Paris dismisses claims as baseless Reuters June 6, 2026 at 10:21 UTC Diplomacy – A French intelligence officer with diplomatic status, held in Bamako for nearly 10 months, sentenced to 20 years in prison for allegedly endangering state security. On Friday, Malian courts delivered a 20-year prison […]
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Niger’s elite anti-drug unit, ocrtis, at the forefront of the Sahel’s counter-narcotics battle
Niamey, June 5, 2026 — Niger has firmly established itself as a pivotal force in the regional fight against international drug trafficking across the Sahel. This assertion comes following a series of impactful operations orchestrated by the Central Office for the Suppression of Illicit Drug Trafficking (OCRTIS) in recent years. The substantial seizures and sophisticated […]
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Burkina Faso: damiba’s former security chief handed 11-year prison sentence for arson
News. Burkina Faso’s judicial system has delivered a verdict, sentencing the former head of security for Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba to 11 years in prison, with five years to be served without parole. This ruling emerges amidst a particularly sensitive political climate in the West African nation. A fresh judicial development has unfolded in Burkina Faso. […]
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A new JNIM propaganda video highlights evolving strategic capabilities in Mali
Mali The Al-Qaeda-affiliated armed group, Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), has released new promotional footage showcasing its April 25 assault on the military barracks and airport in Sévaré, a key location near Mopti in central Mali. This particular strike on Sévaré was part of a series of synchronized offensives launched by JNIM jihadists and the […]
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Mali condamne un diplomate français à 20 ans pour espionnage
Mali: un diplomate français condamné à 20 ans de prison pour atteinte à la sûreté de l’État Un policier malien patrouille devant le Campement Kangaba, un complexe touristique près de Bamako, le 19 juin 2017 – Tous droits réservés AP Photo Tous droits réservés AP Photo Par Gavin Blackburn Publié le 05/06/2026 – 20:36 UTC+2 Partager Discussion […]
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French diplomat sentenced to 20 years in Mali for undermining state security
A French national, apprehended by the military junta in August 2025 and accused of conspiring against national institutions, has been formally sentenced. The judgment was delivered by the criminal chamber of the specialized anti-terrorism court. My reporting confirms that Malian justice has condemned a French intelligence agent, who held diplomatic status and has been incarcerated […]
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Niger and Türkiye forge deeper ties with new cooperation agreements
General Abdourahamane Tiani, President of the Republic of Niger, concluded a productive working and friendship visit to the Republic of Türkiye on June 4, 2026. He was hosted by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan at the Presidential Palace in Ankara. This significant meeting involved both private discussions and extended working sessions, culminating in the signing of […]
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Mali media expansion medi1 tv receives broadcast approval
Medi1 TV Secures Official Broadcast License in Mali Medi1 TV has reached a significant milestone with the formal signing of a broadcasting agreement with Mali’s High Authority for Communication (HAC), granting the Moroccan-based news channel official authorization to operate within Malian territory. This landmark decision underscores a shared commitment to fostering independent, high-quality journalism that […]
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