New president takes helm at Senegal’s constitutional council
This Tuesday, August 11, 2026, marked a pivotal moment for Senegal’s judicial landscape as magistrate Ousmane Diagne was formally sworn in as the new president of the Constitutional Council during a solemn ceremony. The appointment of Ousmane Diagne, effective July 13, 2026, follows a year-long vacancy prompted by the April 10, 2025 passing of his […]
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Burkina Faso’s fuel price surge challenges the narrative of its Russian partnership
In Burkina Faso, economic realities are increasingly confronting grand geopolitical narratives. The current situation surrounding fuel prices stands as a particularly revealing illustration. While the administration of Captain Ibrahim Traoré has, for several years, presented Russia as a strategic ally capable of supporting the nation’s pursuit of sovereignty, the ongoing tensions in hydrocarbon supply underscore […]
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Chad’s cholera outbreak: N’Djamena faces highest fatality rate
Chad’s cholera outbreak: N’Djamena faces highest fatality rate Cholera continues its concerning spread across Chad, with 320 cases and 15 fatalities recorded by August 8. A significant surge saw 52 new infections emerge in just three days. The capital, N’Djamena, presents the most critical mortality situation, accounting for eight deaths among 92 patients. To combat […]
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Exploring contractual freedom in OHADA cooperative society law: a doctoral defense in Lomé
Doctoral thesis defense on contractual freedom in OHADA cooperative societies law in Lomé, Togo 🇹🇬 Togo DoctorateLoméDefenseThesis We are pleased to report on the successful doctoral thesis defense by Mr. Sahalim AKAN, which took place on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. His research focused on “Contractual Freedom in the OHADA Uniform Act Relating to Cooperative Societies […]
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Gabon’s hugues ongoundou calls for an end to verbal ‘filth’ in public discourse
Ecouter l’article A wave of insults targeting President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, his mother, and his wife has triggered a forceful response from Hugues Ongoundou. In a particularly stern statement, Ongoundou clarifies that his condemnation is not an endorsement of the current administration or its policies. He argues that attacking a mother and grandmother, who […]
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Paul biya sets new record with 64-day absence from Cameroon
An unprecedented absence shakes political circles Since departing from Yaoundé on June 7, 2026, under the guise of a “brief private stay in Europe,” President Paul Biya of Cameroon has now spent a record 64 days outside the country. This prolonged absence is no longer a mere footnote—it raises pressing concerns about governance, stability, and […]
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Benin’s agricultural insurance expands to safeguard farmers’ incomes
The Republic of Benin has reached a significant milestone in its agricultural insurance initiative, disbursing 561.8 million West African CFA francs to 94,905 rice and cotton producers affected by yield losses. This initiative marks a pivotal shift in the country’s approach to mitigating risks faced by the agricultural sector. Addressing the vulnerabilities of agricultural producers […]
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Niger army receives helicopters donation from Algeria
Niamey witnessed a significant boost to its defense capabilities on Sunday evening as a consignment of military equipment arrived at the city’s international airport. The delivery, comprising four helicopters along with their complete sets of equipment and accessories, was handed over to the Nigerien Armed Forces in strict adherence to directives issued by the country’s […]
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How Benin’s constitutional framework preserves executive power despite senate formation
Understanding the constitutional separation of powers in Bénin In the wake of the appointment of an influential political figure to lead the upper chamber of Bénin’s Parliament, the digital sphere has buzzed with speculation. Yet a closer examination of the nation’s constitutional architecture reveals a system where executive authority remains firmly rooted in the presidency, […]
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Angélique kidjo’s historic hollywood walk of fame recognition
On August 18, global attention will turn to Los Angeles for an event poised to make history for African music. Angélique Kidjo, a preeminent figure in Béninese and African music, is set to receive a star on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking her as the inaugural African artist to achieve this distinguished honor. […]
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Jnim assault intensifies security challenges for Mali’s transitional government
The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (Jnim), a prominent jihadist coalition in the Sahel region with ties to Al-Qaeda, launched an assault on a Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) military installation in central Mali on Sunday, August 9. This operation marks another incident in a series of attacks claimed by the group against […]
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Burkina Faso’s north: the elusive nature of conflict
Despite substantial military deployments and numerous offensive operations announced by authorities, the security situation across northern Burkina Faso remains acutely precarious. Armed groups have not vanished; instead, they have refined their tactics, largely eschewing direct clashes in favor of a war of attrition characterized by high mobility, persistent harassment, and sustained pressure on civilian populations. […]
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