Senegal’s escalating crackdown on LGBTQ+ individuals
Authorities in Senegal are significantly intensifying their efforts to repress individuals perceived as homosexual. This escalating campaign has recently seen a 30-year-old French citizen apprehended in his own home, where he currently remains imprisoned. More broadly, reports indicate that hundreds of men have been arrested across the country in recent weeks, signalling a severe tightening […]
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Mali’s reconciliation minister addresses bandiagara after deadly attacks
A high-level government delegation, led by General Ismaël Wagué, the Minister of State for Reconciliation, Peace, and National Cohesion, recently traveled to Bandiagara in central Mali. The visit on Monday, May 11, 2026, followed a brutal terrorist assault that occurred on May 6, targeting the villages of Kori-Kori and Gomossogou within the Bankass circle. This […]
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Mali government responds to deadly attack in Bandiagara with aid delivery
A high-level delegation from Mali’s transitional government, led by the Minister of State for Reconciliation, Peace and National Cohesion, General Ismaël Wagué, arrived in Bandiagara on Monday, May 11, 2026. The visit followed a brutal terrorist attack on May 6 that targeted the villages of Kori-Kori and Gomossogou in the Bankass district. The delegation formally […]
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Controversy over Togolese traditional leadership in Adakpamé
Withdrawal of recognition for chief of Adakpamé sparks debate in Togo The alleged removal of official recognition for Togbui Adjikou Lanklivi I, traditional leader of Adakpamé Kpota-Colas in Lomé’s Golfe 1 district, has ignited sharp reactions across customary, administrative, and political circles in Togo. For days, the issue has dominated discussions on social media and […]
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Lens vs PSG: a thrilling french football celebration ahead
The French football scene is buzzing with excitement as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) prepares to face Racing Club de Lens in a pivotal Ligue 1 clash. With the Parisians just six points ahead in the standings, this Wednesday night encounter at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis could officially crown them champions of France for the 14th time. Luis […]
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Boko Haram resurgence in Lake Chad region alarms Chadian authorities
The President of the Republic of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, recently reaffirmed his country’s unwavering stance against Boko Haram. “We will continue this fight with renewed determination until the total eradication of this threat,” he declared on social media, following a deadly attack on a military base near Lake Chad. On May 4, a […]
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Regional transit boost: N’Djamena revives central african logistics corridors
Central African Trade Revival: N’Djamena Hosts High-Stakes Logistics Forum Trade and logistics stakeholders from Cameroon, Chad, and the Central African Republic converged in N’Djamena this month for the fifth tripartite forum focused on streamlining merchandise transit through Cameroonian ports. The two-day gathering brought together port authorities, transport professionals, and government officials to tackle persistent bottlenecks […]
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Chad, Cameroon, and car collaborate on trans-cameroonian corridor logistics
N’Djamena recently hosted the 5th tripartite forum, bringing together representatives from Chad, Cameroon, and the Central African Republic to address critical issues concerning transit and sub-regional commerce. This significant event commenced on Monday, May 11, 2026, highlighting the nations’ commitment to enhancing regional trade efficiency. The official inauguration of the proceedings saw the active participation […]
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Sénégal: ministers face scrutiny over asset declarations
The mandatory asset declaration has once again become a crucial measure of credibility for Sénégal’s executive branch. Reports from Dakar indicate that numerous government ministers have reportedly failed to comply with this legal requirement. This situation arises despite patrimonial transparency being a cornerstone promise championed by the Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko administration since […]
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Senegal’s 45 billion cfa arms deal: two jailed in corruption probe
A significant judicial development has occurred regarding the 45 billion CFA francs arms procurement contract, initially signed during the previous administration under former President Macky Sall. In Dakar, two individuals implicated in the case have been placed under detention orders. This action follows a formal complaint lodged by the State Judicial Agency (AJE), the entity […]
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Togo’s president inspects Koundjoaré operation amid rising security threats
The president of the Council and commander-in-chief of the armed forces traveled to the front lines of the Operation Koundjoaré in northern Togo on May 7, 2026. The visit came as violent extremism looms near the Savanes region, testing troops exhausted by prolonged conflict. Every moment counted as the rhythmic beat of helicopter blades shattered […]
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Chadian military strikes in lake Chad claim nigerian fishermen’s lives
Following devastating overnight raids by Boko Haram militants on a military base in Barka Tolorom—which left 25 dead, including two generals, and 46 wounded on May 4—the Chadian Air Force swiftly responded. “Chadian fighter jets targeted islands in Lake Chad under jihadist control, straddling the borders of Nigeria, Niger, and Chad,” reported Africa Radio. The […]
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