Mali’s reconciliation minister addresses bandiagara after deadly attacks
A high-level government delegation, led by General Ismaël Wagué, the Minister of State for Reconciliation, Peace, and National Cohesion, recently traveled to Bandiagara in central Mali. The visit on Monday, May 11, 2026, followed a brutal terrorist assault that occurred on May 6, targeting the villages of Kori-Kori and Gomossogou within the Bankass circle. This […]
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Controversy over Togolese traditional leadership in Adakpamé
Withdrawal of recognition for chief of Adakpamé sparks debate in Togo The alleged removal of official recognition for Togbui Adjikou Lanklivi I, traditional leader of Adakpamé Kpota-Colas in Lomé’s Golfe 1 district, has ignited sharp reactions across customary, administrative, and political circles in Togo. For days, the issue has dominated discussions on social media and […]
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Niger’s COVACC warns of 2026 rainy season threats
As the rainy season approaches in Niger, government authorities are sounding the alarm over potential risks for livestock and infrastructure damage. The Operational Centre for Monitoring, Alerts and Crisis Management (COVACC), under the Ministry of the Interior, has urged citizens—especially pastoral communities—to exercise extreme caution as the first rains of 2026 are expected to bring […]
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Kemi Seba extradition: why his safety fears in Benin lack grounds
The extradition process involving Kemi Seba, also known as Stellio Gilles Robert Capo Chichi, is underway in Pretoria, where the Franco-Beninese activist has been making bold statements. In a dramatic court appearance, the double national claimed his life would be at risk if he were sent back to Benin. Yet, when weighing legal realities against […]
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Lens vs PSG: a thrilling french football celebration ahead
The French football scene is buzzing with excitement as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) prepares to face Racing Club de Lens in a pivotal Ligue 1 clash. With the Parisians just six points ahead in the standings, this Wednesday night encounter at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis could officially crown them champions of France for the 14th time. Luis […]
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Boko Haram resurgence in Lake Chad region alarms Chadian authorities
The President of the Republic of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, recently reaffirmed his country’s unwavering stance against Boko Haram. “We will continue this fight with renewed determination until the total eradication of this threat,” he declared on social media, following a deadly attack on a military base near Lake Chad. On May 4, a […]
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Lake Chad region faces resurgent Boko Haram threat
The President of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, made a bold statement following the latest violence: “We will intensify our fight with renewed vigor until this menace is completely eradicated.” His words came in response to an assault carried out by a faction of the Boko Haram armed group against the military base in Barka […]
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Boko Haram regains strength in Chad’s Lake Chad region
Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno made a bold declaration following a recent assault: “We will continue this fight with renewed determination until the threat is completely eradicated.” His statement came in response to an attack carried out by a faction of the Boko Haram militant group on the Barka Tolorom military base, situated on […]
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Boko Haram resurgence in Lake Chad basin sparks renewed military response
The President of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, delivered a stern warning on Facebook, vowing to intensify efforts against an enduring threat. His statement followed a brutal assault on a military outpost in Barka Tolorom, situated along the Chadian shoreline of Lake Chad, where insurgents from Boko Haram’s regional faction claimed 24 soldiers’ lives. By […]
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Senegal’s political tensions: a deep dive into the diomaye faye and ousmane sonko leadership clash
The evolving dynamics between Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko have sparked intense scrutiny from opposition factions. Abdou Mbow, a prominent member of the Takku Wallu parliamentary group and APR party loyalist, recently framed the situation as a political showdown compounded by an institutional crisis. His public critique, rooted in the […]
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Côte d’Ivoire’s electoral commission dissolved amid political tensions
The Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) in Côte d’Ivoire, a persistent source of political friction and a constant point of contention between the executive branch and opposition parties, has finally been dissolved. This significant development was announced by government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly on May 6. Coulibaly affirmed that this decision marks the beginning of “a new […]
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Regional transit boost: N’Djamena revives central african logistics corridors
Central African Trade Revival: N’Djamena Hosts High-Stakes Logistics Forum Trade and logistics stakeholders from Cameroon, Chad, and the Central African Republic converged in N’Djamena this month for the fifth tripartite forum focused on streamlining merchandise transit through Cameroonian ports. The two-day gathering brought together port authorities, transport professionals, and government officials to tackle persistent bottlenecks […]
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