Les « Maisons russes », un puissant levier d’influence de Moscou en Afrique
De Bamako à Bangui, en passant par Niamey, les « Maisons russes » se sont imposées comme l’un des principaux instruments de la stratégie d’influence russe sur le continent africain. Officiellement dédiés à la coopération culturelle et éducative, ces centres sont aujourd’hui présents dans plus de vingt pays et constituent un pilier essentiel du soft […]
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Nigeria : 47 otages d’ISWAP libérés lors d’une offensive majeure dans l’État de Borno
L’armée nigériane a annoncé la libération de plus de 47 personnes, principalement des femmes et des enfants, qui étaient retenues en captivité par le groupe terroriste de l’État islamique en Afrique de l’Ouest (ISWAP). Cette opération de sauvetage réussie s’inscrit dans le cadre d’une intensification des offensives terrestres et aériennes menées par les forces armées […]
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Le Niger engage officiellement son retrait de la Cour pénale internationale
Le Niger a officiellement engagé son processus de retrait de la Cour pénale internationale (CPI), une décision qui s’inscrit dans la dynamique de rupture engagée par les autorités militaires depuis leur arrivée au pouvoir en juillet 2023. À travers ce choix, Niamey affirme vouloir défendre sa souveraineté et remettre en cause le fonctionnement d’une institution […]
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Togo constitutional reform overturned by ECOWAS court
The Togolese authorities have suffered a significant setback on the regional stage. The ECOWAS Court of Justice, responding to a petition from civil society organizations and democratic groups, ruled that the constitutional amendment enacted in March 2024 violated democratic principles and constitutional order. This judicial decision represents a major blow to the Lomé government, which […]
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Benin education reform: a new era for school and university curricula
Cotonou hosts historic talks to overhaul Benin’s education system The buzz of innovation is palpable in Cotonou this week as the future of Benin’s education system takes center stage. From June 22 to 26, the Azalaï Hotel is the epicenter of a groundbreaking workshop aimed at crafting a National Curriculum Framework. Spearheaded by Minister Armand […]
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Niger’s security crisis deepens three years after russian alliance
Niger’s military pivot to Russia fails to curb jihadist violence Three years after the July 2023 coup d’état, Niger’s military junta has yet to reverse the steady advance of jihadist factions operating within its borders. Despite justifying the abrupt shift toward Moscow through the promise of restored security, the nation continues to face relentless assaults, […]
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Ousmane Sonko dismisses rumors of ultimatum to Senegal’s president
Ousmane Sonko dismisses rumors of ultimatum to Senegal’s president Senegal’s National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko has categorically denied claims suggesting the legislature issued an ultimatum to the Head of State, calling the allegations completely unfounded. During a plenary session dedicated to labor and social security code reforms, Ousmane Sonko addressed mounting speculation surrounding the constitutional […]
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Burkina Faso faces EU criticism with defiance over human rights concerns
The transitional authorities in Burkina Faso, which came to power following the coup d’état in September 2022, have reportedly opted for confrontation rather than transparency after facing criticism from a resolution passed by the European Parliament regarding human rights and public freedoms in the country. Rather than engaging constructively with the concerns raised, the government […]
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Togo regulatory body clears perel plus tender after fraud claims rejected
The Togolese Public Procurement Dispute Resolution Committee (CRD) of the Autorité de Régulation de la Commande Publique (ARCOP Togo) delivered a decisive ruling on June 19, 2026, closing the chapter on allegations of irregularities surrounding the international tender for the Lomé electricity network expansion project (PEREL PLUS). With decision number 024-2026, the CRD officially dismissed […]
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Morocco’s 2024 census and electoral map challenges in 2026 vote
RGPH 2024 census and Morocco’s electoral map: a widening gap in representation The 2024 census data reveals dramatic demographic shifts across Morocco, reshaping the foundation for the 2026 legislative elections. As urban sprawl accelerates and rural areas stagnate, the current electoral map faces scrutiny over its ability to ensure fair representation for all citizens. The […]
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Burkina Faso’s economic claims under Ibrahim Traoré scrutinized
The ascension of Captain Ibrahim Traoré to power has positioned him at the forefront of African sovereignist discourse. Through aggressive communication strategies and a pronounced presence on digital platforms, Burkinabè authorities seek to propagate the narrative of an imminent economic resurgence, both domestically and abroad. This discourse is amplified by a network of influencers and […]
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Togo: Marguerite Gnakadé’s prolonged detention highlights political repression
The case of Marguerite Gnakadé in Togo has emerged as a stark symbol of the political tensions gripping the nation. A former Minister of Defense (2020–2022) and the first woman to hold this position, she has been detained for 277 days following her vocal criticism of President Faure Gnassingbé’s governance and her public call for […]
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