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Disturbing reports have surfaced from the Central African Republic, alleging that Russian mercenaries are employing brutal methods of torture, including crucifixion, in the Haut-Mbomou region. These accounts draw unsettling parallels to ancient practices, raising serious concerns about human rights abuses in the conflict-affected area. Sources indicate that these foreign combatants, operating within the Central African […]

The Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire – African Democratic Rally (PDCI-RDA), the principal opposition force in Côte d’Ivoire, has once more urged the government of President Alassane Ouattara to initiate a political dialogue. This renewed appeal aims to tackle critical national challenges, notably the establishment of a new, genuinely independent electoral body and securing the […]

The Sénégal is currently grappling with a growing hantavirus outbreak, sparking widespread concern among citizens and health officials alike. Concurrently, the nation’s soaring national debt has intensified debates over fiscal sustainability, while a media controversy surrounding a major television network’s coverage has further fueled public discourse. Public health emergency: tracking the hantavirus threat Health authorities […]

Niger’s administrative overhaul: splitting regions to fight terrorism Since seizing power in July 2023, General Abdourahamane Tiani’s administration has prioritized combating Islamist militant groups operating across Niger. A sweeping administrative reform is now underway to restructure the country’s regional map, with the government unveiling plans to increase regions from eight to nineteen and departments from […]

Africa Kenya and Chad deepen diplomatic ties Kenyan President William Ruto highlights the strengthening of diplomatic relations with Chad, praising its leadership in supporting Haiti’s security. Alwihda Info May 13, 2026 — 1 min read Share The diplomatic partnership between Kenya and Chad has reached new heights, anchored in shared values, mutual respect, and a […]

Sénégal: backlash against french tv report on lgbtq+ rights A recent television feature by a European broadcaster has ignited fierce debate in Sénégal, as critics accuse it of misrepresenting local realities and fueling prejudice against the LGBTQ+ community. The program’s claims and selected narratives have drawn sharp reactions from both social media users and legal […]

Mali’s security crisis deepens after april 25 jihadist offensives The Timbuktu Institute, an African research center based in Dakar, has published a scathing analysis titled “Mali: anatomy of a security earthquake”, following the coordinated attacks of April 25. These assaults, carried out by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM)—affiliated with al-Qaeda—and […]

The military authorities of Tchad and the Central African Republic are intensifying efforts to bolster security along their shared border zones. A high-level working session, led by General Moubarak Abakar Nassour Hor, commander of the Tchad-RCA joint force, took place recently to assess the outcomes of recent collaborative operations on the ground. Attended by key […]

The President of Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, is taking direct charge of negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to address a pressing debt crisis. This move comes as his Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, hosted a Dakar conference exploring alternatives to solutions proposed by Bretton Woods institutions. The announcement was made through a communiqué from […]