The fading influence of Russia in Africa
After a decade of rapid expansion under the banner of mercenary operations, disinformation campaigns, and anti-Western populism, Russia’s African strategy is now colliding with harsh realities. Once-promised security solutions have failed to materialize, military engagements have stalled, and local populations are increasingly rejecting Moscow’s advances. What was once dismissed as speculative is now unfolding before […]
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Le Mali vacille, l’Alliance des États du Sahel brille par sa discrétion
#FREEGLEIZES Depuis le 29 juin 2025, notre confrère Christophe Gleizes, journaliste pour Society et So Foot, est emprisonné en Algérie. Nous ne l’oublions pas et réclamons sa libération. En savoir plus sur #FREEGLEIZES By Yacouba Ouédraogo — Investigative journalist
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Bénin’s national police academy initiates elite security training
The École nationale supérieure de police in Porto-Novo hosted a significant event on Wednesday, May 14, 2026, marking the official launch of crucial preparatory courses. These programs are designed to equip future leaders with the qualifications for the Brevet d’études supérieures de sécurité (Bess), the Diplôme d’état-major des forces de sécurité (Demes), and the Diplôme […]
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N’Djamena refutes un claims of civilian fatalities in Lake Chad operations
N’Djamena has firmly rejected allegations of civilian casualties stemming from military operations in the Lake Chad region. Gassim Chérif Mahamat, the Minister of Communication and government spokesperson, addressed the national press on Thursday, stating, “These accusations aim to discredit the Chadian army and could undermine its integrity. Chad’s armed forces maintain their professionalism and remain […]
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Abidjan unveils third mobile technology and applications exhibition
Abidjan recently inaugurated the third annual mobile phone and application exhibition, underscoring Côte d’Ivoire’s strategic commitment to developing a robust digital mobile sector. This significant event brings together leading equipment manufacturers, innovative application developers, key telecommunications operators, and influential institutional representatives. In a nation where smartphones have become the primary gateway to internet access, the […]
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Succès masra’s sister voices alarm over his health in chadian detention
The protracted case of Succès Masra, now entering its second year, is increasingly capturing the attention of Western diplomatic missions observing Chad’s transitional government. Arrested twelve months ago in N’Djamena, the former Prime Minister and leader of Les Transformateurs party is currently serving a twenty-year prison sentence. His sister, Chancelle Masra, residing in France, has […]
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N’Djamena refutes un allegations on anti-Boko Haram airstrikes
The Chadian government has emphatically rejected accusations from the United Nations concerning civilian fatalities during aerial operations targeting Boko Haram within the Lake Chad Basin. During a press briefing held this Thursday, May 14, officials demanded concrete evidence and extended an invitation for an independent investigative mission to visit the country. The UN had previously […]
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Gendered disinformation targets women in Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire
In both Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire, a particularly aggressive form of online harassment, known as gendered disinformation, is severely impacting women in the public sphere. My recent investigation, drawing from a comprehensive report titled “Désinformation genrée au Sénégal et en Côte d’Ivoire, forme impact et enjeu” by Article 19 and Polaris asso, reveals the alarming […]
Read MoreTchad opposition warns of political tension surge
In a bold move to spotlight mounting concerns, the opposition party Les Patriotes in Chad has sounded the alarm over the escalating political climate in the country. Speaking at a press briefing held in N’Djamena on Wednesday, party representatives outlined growing unease over what they perceive as a tightening grip on power by the current […]
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Burkina Faso’s livestock sector faces crisis ahead of Ramadan
As the Muslim community prepares to observe Ramadan, a period marked not only by spiritual devotion but also heightened consumption, Burkina Faso’s stringent livestock export ban has plunged the industry into an unprecedented dilemma. The decision, enforced by the Mobile Brigade for Economic Control and Fraud Repression (BMCRF), may have resulted in the interception of […]
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Benin’s transitional government shift under talon
Under the golden arches of the Republic Palace, an atmosphere of solemnity and rare emotion marked the final gathering of President Patrice Talon’s current cabinet. In what may well be the concluding session of this administration’s mandate, the Head of State delivered a message of profound gratitude, sincere apologies, and forward-looking vision to his closest […]
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Senegal’s public digital infrastructure under severe cyberattack pressure
A troubling sequence of cyberattacks continues to challenge the Senegalese state, raising serious questions about the nation’s digital defenses. Following incidents targeting the tax authority’s website in October and the national identity card issuance department in January, hackers have now successfully breached the Public Treasury. These recurring intrusions, far from being isolated technical glitches, paint […]
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