Dissolution of NGOs in Burkina Faso raises civil society concerns
Burkina Faso’s move to dissolve 118 NGOs sparks global outcry Ousmane Diallo, Senior Researcher on the Sahel at Amnesty International’s West and Central Africa Regional Office, has voiced strong concerns over Burkina Faso’s decision to dissolve 118 NGOs and associations, labeling it a blatant violation of fundamental rights. The action directly contradicts Burkina Faso’s Constitution, […]
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Security escalation in northern burkina faso as jihadist group claims control of gorbla outpost
In the heart of Burkina Faso’s northern region, tensions reached a critical point on a recent Wednesday morning. Reports confirm violent clashes erupted near Gorbla, a small but strategically vital settlement close to Ouahigouya, one of the country’s most significant urban centers in the north. Jihadist offensive targets local defense positions According to statements released […]
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Gabon’s new social media regulations: a debate over online identity and freedom of expression
Gabon is currently experiencing significant controversy surrounding recently introduced social media regulations. An ordinance, dated February 26th but only publicly disclosed last week, has ignited widespread concern. Central to this debate is Article 4, which explicitly prohibits the use of pseudonyms online. Under these new directives, all social media users must be clearly identifiable, providing […]
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Barcelona’s champions league journey concludes as atlético prevails amidst controversy
FC Barcelona’s aspirations in the Champions League came to an end in the quarter-finals, despite securing a 2-1 away victory in the second leg against Atlético Madrid. Having faced a 2-0 deficit from the initial encounter, the Catalan giants ultimately failed to reverse their fortunes, with winger Raphinha notably voicing strong criticism regarding the officiating. […]
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Mauritanian president’s state visit to France strengthens bilateral ties
Historic state visit underscores deepening Mauritania-France relations The President of the French Republic welcomed Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of Mauritania, to the Élysée Palace in Paris for a landmark state visit. This meeting, the first of its kind in over three decades, comes at a critical juncture as both nations seek to reinforce […]
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Mauritanian President’s state visit to France: deepening strategic ties
The President of the French Republic welcomed Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of Mauritania, at the Élysée Palace this Wednesday. A month before the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi on May 11-12, symbolizing renewed France-Africa partnerships, this visit underscores the commitment to strengthening political, cultural, and economic bonds between the two nations. Upon the […]
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Soaring election costs lock out opposition in west african polls
The 2025 presidential elections across Africa have followed a troubling pattern: opposition voices are being systematically silenced even before campaigning begins. Recent polls in Djibouti on April 10 and Benin on April 12 underscore this trend, where incumbents secured landslide victories—97.8% for Djibouti’s Ismaïl Omar Guelleh and 94% for Benin’s Romuald Wadagni—amid a near-total absence […]
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High election costs block opposition in africa’s presidential races
“Fixed outcomes”, “uncontested polls”, “incumbents re-elected in first rounds”. These phrases have become all too familiar in African presidential elections over the past year. The trend of locking out opposition candidates before campaigns even begin has reached new heights. Recent examples include Djibouti’s April 10 vote, where incumbent Ismaïl Omar Guelleh secured 97.8% of ballots, […]
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Can 2025 final dispute: edouard mendy defends Senegal amid tas appeal
Nearly three months after the initial events, the CAN 2025 final continues to fuel significant controversy. On January 18 in Rabat, Senegal initially secured a 1-0 victory against Morocco after extra time. However, on March 17, the Confédération africaine de football (CAF) overturned this result, ultimately awarding Morocco a 3-0 win by forfeit. To justify […]
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Mali’s shifting alliances: sovereignty, security, and the struggle for stability
Mali’s post-coup leadership has repositioned the country as a sovereign actor on the global stage, moving away from traditional Western partners while forging new ties with countries like Russia and the UAE. This strategy, marketed as a reclaiming of national autonomy, has instead revealed the limitations of transactional partnerships in fragile states. Despite diversifying alliances, […]
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Benin’s peaceful presidential election: a new chapter begins
The nation of Benin embarked on a pivotal democratic journey this Sunday, April 12, 2026, as citizens cast their ballots in the first round of the presidential election. This crucial electoral event ushers in a new political landscape, marking the conclusion of President Patrice Talon’s tenure and setting the course for Benin’s future. The atmosphere […]
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CAF president Patrice Motsepe in Dakar amid 2025 CAN controversy
football african cup of nations CAF president Patrice Motsepe arrives in Dakar as Senegal reacts to 2025 CAN title reversal Patrice Motsepe has led CAF since 2021 CAF president Patrice Motsepe visits Dakar this Wednesday, nearly a month after the governing body stripped Senegal of its 2025 African Cup of Nations title in favor of […]
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