Dakar 2026: how Senegal is preparing for Africa’s inaugural Olympic games
“Senegal will be ready.” This firm declaration sets the tone as the nation enters the final six months of preparations for the Youth Olympic Games (YOG). From October 31 to November 13, Dakar will host the fourth edition of the summer YOG—an event originally slated for 2022 but delayed by the global pandemic. This competition […]
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Togo’s political crossroads: a call for national renewal
Togo is currently navigating one of the most distinctive periods in its political trajectory. As the administration led by Faure Gnassingbé concludes its institutional metamorphosis into a parliamentary Fifth Republic, an undercurrent of exhaustion permeates the corridors of power. With regional diplomacy in a state of flux and a youth population facing dire circumstances, the […]
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Unveiling the alleged faure gnassingbé plot: destabilizing Mali for regional influence
While Lomé often presents itself as a crucial mediator in the West African sub-region, a far more troubling narrative is emerging from Western diplomatic channels. According to confidential diplomatic sources and American intelligence reports, the administration led by Faure Gnassingbé is alleged to have orchestrated covert negotiations between Captain Ibrahim Traoré (IB) and jihadist factions […]
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Togo’s constitutional overhaul: securing faure gnassingbé’s perpetual presidency
Togo recently enacted a significant constitutional transformation, widely perceived as dismantling democratic alternation. Following the new Constitution’s adoption on April 19, the nation transitioned from a semi-presidential system to a tailored parliamentary framework. Beneath the technical facade of this change lies a clear ambition: to solidify Faure Gnassingbé’s presidency for life. The strategy for absolute […]
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Senegal faces world cup uncertainty as kalidou koulibaly’s injury raises concerns
“Thirty years in football, and I’ve never witnessed an injury quite like Kalidou Koulibaly’s.” This stark declaration from Al-Hilal coach Simone Inzaghi sent shockwaves through Senegal earlier in April, highlighting the severity of his star defender’s training ground setback. Already sidelined for the Africa Cup of Nations final on January 18th in Rabat, the iconic […]
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Mali Aiglonnets face narrow defeat in CAN U17 friendly
CAN U17 preparations: Mali Aiglonnets suffer close friendly loss In a recent friendly fixture, part of their intensive preparations for the upcoming CAN U17 tournament, the Mali Aiglonnets faced off against Uganda’s U17 national squad. The encounter concluded with a narrow 1-0 defeat for the Malian side. This preparatory clash took place at the annex […]
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Senegal coach pape thiaw to unveil can Morocco 2025 insights
The Senegalese national football team head coach, Pape Thiaw, is set to release a video sharing his firsthand experience leading the Lions during the Africa Cup of Nations. Pape Thiaw breaks silence with L’Antre du Lion video In a social media post, the Senegalese tactician described his journey with the national team as an “exceptional […]
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Senegal vs Morocco can 2025 final: tas takes over the appeal process
Senegal vs Morocco: CAN 2025 final appeal moves forward at CAS Football authorities in Senegal have escalated the dispute over the CAN 2025 final against Morocco by filing an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Lausanne. The move comes after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) awarded the tournament to Morocco […]
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Togo’s president in kyrgyzstan: balancing geopolitical ambitions with national economic needs
As the people of Togo anxiously await relief from severe cost-of-living increases and persistent power outages, President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé embarked on a journey to the snow-capped peaks of Kyrgyzstan. This expedition, far from merely exotic, has stirred a deep sense of national bewilderment. Amidst veiled geopolitical maneuvers and a noticeable lack of concrete outcomes, […]
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Mali Attacks: Aggravating the Sahel Security Crisis • Stimson Center
Commentary Mali Attacks: Aggravating the Sahel Security Crisis Coordinated Mali attacks expose state vulnerabilities, insurgent adaptation, and shifting regional alliances across the Sahel North Africa By Salem A. Salem May 7, 2026 Share: The April 25 coordinated attacks in Mali mark a dangerous inflection point in the Sahel’s security crisis, revealing both the growing sophistication […]
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Togo’s judicial deadlock: political detainees and the challenge to rule of law
A pronounced disagreement currently pits Togo’s political establishment against its judicial apparatus. At the core of this controversy lies the alleged failure to implement a Lomé Court of Appeal ruling that mandated the release of thirteen detainees. Caught between accusations of arbitrary action and the asserted imperatives of national security, the nation finds itself increasingly […]
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Religious leaders in Chad urge inclusive dialogue to resolve national crisis
Quelques éléments de l’armée tchadienne sur le bord du Lac Tchad – Photo d’illustration (AFP or licensors) In a formal statement released on Tuesday, May 6, the Catholic bishops of Chad voiced their deep alarm regarding the rapid deterioration of the political climate in their nation. The high-ranking clergy are calling upon governmental leaders to […]
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