Ibrahim Traoré’s power in Burkina Faso: legitimacy through force and its consequences
Assumption of power: a deliberate break with constitutional norms In Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s recent statements have sharpened discussions regarding the nature of his authority and the trajectory of the nation since the September 2022 coup. Observers note that his declarations leave no room for ambiguity: they openly affirm a seizure of power achieved […]
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Gabon’s strategic shift: balancing sovereignty with France partnership
Redefining a partnership: Gabon’s pragmatic approach to France For three days, Gabon’s President General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema embarked on a high-stakes state visit to France. At the heart of discussions with President Emmanuel Macron were two critical issues: reshaping the military presence at Camp de Gaulle and advancing Gabon’s strategy to locally process manganese. […]
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Côte d’Ivoire: Deux responsables du PDCI libérés après neuf mois de détention
Côte d’Ivoire : Libération de six responsables du PDCI La Côte d’Ivoire a libéré samedi 13 février deux responsables du parti du président Alassane Ouattara, Tidjane Thiam et Clément Kouakou, après neuf mois de détention. Désormais en liberté, ces deux militants avaient été arrêtés en septembre dernier, lors d’une élection présidentielle très visible. Les autorités […]
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Le Sénégal face au durcissement des contrôles d’étrangers
Société Le Sénégal face au durcissement des contrôles d’étrangers 490 étrangers contrôlés, 36 déférés au parquet en huit jours à Dakar. La multiplication des opérations de vérification inquiète la société civile, qui dénonce un climat de suspicion croissant à l’égard des étrangers Byline organization SenePlus 20/07/2026 18h32 ID 1006805 SenePlus |Publication 20/07/2026 (SenePlus) […]
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Kenya faces major cyberattack targeting presidential website
The official website of Kenya’s presidency fell victim to a large-scale cyberattack last Saturday, July 18, 2026. While authorities in Nairobi initially described it as a mere “technical incident” to justify the temporary shutdown of the platform, multiple sources confirmed it was an orchestrated hacking attempt accompanied by a cryptocurrency ransom demand. This breach unfolds […]
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Bamako tightens nationality laws for dual citizens in Mali
The transitional government in Bamako has taken a decisive step in its enforcement strategy by adopting a draft ordinance that overhauls the national Code de la Nationalité. From now on, any Malian citizen by birth who also holds another nationality may face the revocation of their Malian citizenship if found guilty of undermining the country’s […]
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Escalating violence in Mopti as JNIM tightens grip on central Mali
JNIM strikes multiple targets in Mopti amid escalating insecurity On July 19, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated faction, carried out a series of coordinated assaults across Mali’s Mopti region. The militants claimed responsibility for four simultaneous attacks targeting Malian armed forces, their Russian partners from Africa Corps, and […]
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Bénin public sector promotion unlocks 12th grade for over 1,100 workers
Thousands of civil servants in Bénin are breathing a sigh of relief following a landmark government decision to clear a long-standing administrative bottleneck. The executive has approved the automatic advancement of 1,110 public sector employees to the 12th grade, resolving years of stagnation in career progression. This historic move, endorsed during a high-level ministerial meeting, […]
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Bénin: how kanvo and indigo drive cultural luxury into economic growth
The Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel came alive on the evening of July 18, 2026, with the inaugural Night of Kanvo and Indigo. Organized by the Fonds de Développement de l’Artisanat (FDA) under the Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises and Employment Promotion, the event transcended fashion to unveil a bold strategy: turning Beninese cultural heritage […]
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RDC : Félix Tshisekedi ne se rendra finalement pas à New York
Breaking News Politique: RDC : Félix Tshisekedi ne se rendra finalement pas à New York⠀ ⠀ Justice: RDC : la justice militaire du Grand Bandundu reçoit de nouveaux véhicules pour renforcer ses capacités logistiques⠀ ⠀ Caricature: Caricature : Bujumbura, dialogue, discussion avec l’ECC-CENCO… la marche reste au programme de la coalition C64⠀ ⠀ Sécurité: Walikale […]
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Togo’s unanswered questions about foreign military presence
The presence of foreign military personnel in Togo has sparked debate, raising concerns about transparency and accountability. While national defense often involves confidentiality, persistent secrecy raises legitimate questions about the motives behind these partnerships. An opaque military cooperation Rumors and reports have circulated about the presence of foreign military personnel in Togo, including soldiers from […]
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From stability to crisis: Burkina Faso’s lost security under traoré
The Burkina Faso of yesteryears was known less for its turmoil and more for its relative stability—a stability that, while flawed, provided a framework where daily life could unfold without constant fear. Under former President Blaise Compaoré, the country was not immune to criticism, particularly regarding the concentration of power and the suppression of political […]
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