Mali jihadist leader Jouleybib de Nampala sought by authorities
Who is Jouleybib de Nampala, the Mali jihadist leader with a bounty on his head? The Malian government has escalated its efforts against armed groups operating in the Sahel by placing a bounty on one of the region’s most elusive jihadist commanders. Authorities in Bamako have issued a formal alert targeting Jouleybib de Nampala, a […]
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Algeria and Chad strengthen energy ties with new power plant
Algeria’s pledge to build a 40-megawatt power plant in Chad is set to deepen the strategic partnership between Algiers and N’Djamena, officials confirmed during a landmark groundbreaking ceremony. The inauguration event, led by Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb alongside his Chadian counterpart Allamaye Halina, underscores a growing commitment to mutual development and regional stability. The […]
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Hundreds freed from boko haram captivity in borno state Nigeria
In a recent development, Nigerian military forces have successfully secured the release of several hundred individuals who were abducted months ago by an offshoot of the notorious Boko Haram terrorist group. The captives, primarily women and children, were taken from their homes in Ngoshe, a community situated in Borno State within Nigeria’s volatile northeastern region. […]
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Eastern DRC’s Uvira still waiting for promised Trump peace deal
The fragile calm in Uvira: a community on edge awaiting lasting peace in eastern DRC In the heart of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the lakeside town of Uvira remains caught in a cycle of uncertainty. Residents voice growing anxiety as promised peace initiatives, particularly those linked to international mediation efforts, continue to materialize only […]
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Algeria powers up Chad with 40-megawatt electric plant donation
Building on its recent success in Niger, Algeria is extending its regional development initiative to Chad. Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb arrived in N’Djamena this week to launch a landmark project: a 40-megawatt electrical plant gifted by Algeria to its southern neighbor. The initiative follows the rapid completion of a similar facility in Niamey, Niger, which […]
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Landmark power plant groundbreaking in N’Djamena strengthens Algeria-Chad ties
N’Djamena — The groundbreaking ceremony for a new power plant in the capital marks a significant milestone in the growing partnership between Algeria and Chad. Led by Chadian Prime Minister Allamaye Halina, the event underscored the strategic importance of this infrastructure project in reinforcing bilateral cooperation. During the ceremony, the Prime Minister highlighted how the […]
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Algeria powers up Chad with new 40 MW energy project
BREAKING Algeria powers up Chad with new 40 MW energy project Chad and Algeria have launched groundbreaking work on a 40-megawatt power plant in N’Djamena, fully funded by Algiers. Developed by Sonelgaz International, this facility aims to bolster Chad’s energy supply while deepening economic and energy ties between the two nations, following the recent inauguration […]
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Centralisation and economic strain grip Burkina Faso’s two-wheeler trade
Since Captain Ibrahim Traoré assumed leadership, Burkina Faso has undergone a profound transformation marked by an intensified consolidation of governance. While official narratives champion sovereignty and strategic reorganization, the socioeconomic reality reveals a starkly different picture. Beneath the rhetoric of change, the Burkinabè people—and particularly the commercial sector—face silent distress, ensnared in a tightening spiral […]
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Key events in Burkina Faso from june 1 to 7 2026
From June 1 to 7, 2026, Burkina Faso witnessed a week brimming with significant developments spanning environmental challenges, economic progress, social initiatives, security updates, and vibrant cultural milestones. Each sector contributed to shaping the nation’s evolving landscape, reflecting resilience and forward momentum. Environmental crisis sparks urgent action An alarming environmental incident unfolded at Ouagadougou’s Dam […]
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Algerian prime minister launches landmark visit to Chad to boost energy ties
On Monday, Algeria’s Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb embarked on an official visit to N’Djamena, the capital of Chad, at the express request of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. The visit underscores a renewed commitment to deepen fraternal bonds and strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two nations. High-level delegation accompanies the Prime Minister The Prime Minister traveled with […]
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Sorbonne Université and CHIC forge medical excellence partnership in Bénin
West Africa’s healthcare landscape is on the cusp of a groundbreaking evolution. Sorbonne Université, one of Europe’s leading academic and medical institutions, has set its sights on Bénin, marking a pivotal moment in regional health cooperation. A high-level delegation from the French university, led by its president, recently visited the Centre Hospitalier International de Calavi […]
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Training session sharpens Burkina Faso’s diplomatic foresight skills
The National Centre for Strategic Studies (CNES) has kicked off a three-day intensive training workshop in Ouagadougou to sharpen the foresight capabilities of senior diplomats and foreign affairs experts. The session, running from June 8 to 10, 2026, is being held at the Permanent Secretariat of the African Peer Review Mechanism (SP-MAEP) in Ouaga 2000. […]
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