The senegalese football federation clarifies u15 lionceaux payments
the senegalese football federation clarifies u15 lionceaux payments Last Tuesday, during a ceremony to present the trophy won by the U15 Lionceaux at the African Schools Football Championship and to hand over the flag to the national U17 team heading to the 2026 U17 AFCON, both squads were given symbolic checks. Reports indicated that the […]
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Togo’s judicial deadlock: political detainees and the challenge to rule of law
A pronounced disagreement currently pits Togo’s political establishment against its judicial apparatus. At the core of this controversy lies the alleged failure to implement a Lomé Court of Appeal ruling that mandated the release of thirteen detainees. Caught between accusations of arbitrary action and the asserted imperatives of national security, the nation finds itself increasingly […]
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Togo’s public sentiment: a critical look at national direction
Despite official rhetoric celebrating the National Development Plan and stable macroeconomic growth, ground-level realities present a stark contradiction to the Faure Gnassingbé administration. The most recent Afrobarometer survey paints a picture of a Togo struggling, with a significant 62% of its citizens feeling the nation is heading in the wrong direction. The chasm between the […]
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Senegal vs Morocco: the legal battle over CAN 2025 reaches the TAS
A significant milestone in the CAN 2025 dispute between Morocco and Senegal is set for Thursday, May 7, 2026. On this date, the Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football is scheduled to submit its formal defense to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS), responding to the appeal filed by the Senegalese authorities. This legal challenge […]
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Côte d’Ivoire: government disbands independent electoral commission
In a significant political development, the Ivorian government officially dissolved the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) during its Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, May 6. This decision marks the end of a pivotal institution that had been central to Côte d’Ivoire’s democratic landscape since 2001, ushering in a period of uncertainty regarding the framework for […]
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Mali crisis escalates as junta accuses foiled coup and Burkina Faso halts TV5monde
Tensions remain high in Bamako following the violent events of April 25, which left General Sadio Camara, a key figure in Mali’s military leadership, dead. Authorities have now revealed details of what they describe as a meticulously planned assassination attempt targeting the transitional president, Assimi Goïta. The Malian Armed Forces held a press briefing to […]
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Mali security alert: alleged coup plot against goïta sparks regional tensions
In Bamako, an uneasy calm persists following the April 25 attacks that claimed the life of General Sadio Camara, the second-in-command of Mali’s military leadership. The Malian Armed Forces have now revealed details of what they describe as a meticulously planned assassination attempt targeting the nation’s top transitional authorities, including President Assimi Goïta. According to […]
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Transition in Mali faces assassination threat amid media restrictions
Bamako remains on edge following the April 25 attacks that claimed the life of General Sadio Camara, the nation’s second-ranking military leader. Military officials now allege a meticulously planned assassination attempt aimed at top transitional authorities, including President Assimi Goïta. Authorities claim the operation involved multiple explosive-laden vehicles, with one reportedly targeting the presidential residence. […]
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Religious leaders in Chad urge inclusive dialogue to resolve national crisis
Quelques éléments de l’armée tchadienne sur le bord du Lac Tchad – Photo d’illustration (AFP or licensors) In a formal statement released on Tuesday, May 6, the Catholic bishops of Chad voiced their deep alarm regarding the rapid deterioration of the political climate in their nation. The high-ranking clergy are calling upon governmental leaders to […]
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Senegal u17 team aims for 2026 can victory with tough group stage
Senegal U17 team aims for 2026 CAN victory with tough group stage The Senegal U17 national team is gearing up for the 2026 Africa U17 Cup of Nations, set to take place in Morocco from May 13 to June 2, 2026. Here’s a breakdown of the Lionceaux’ schedule in their quest to reclaim continental glory. […]
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Niger adopts digital payments to boost vaccination campaigns
Niger adopts digital payments to boost vaccination campaigns 6 may 2026 During the April 2026 National Polio Vaccination Days in the Niger capital of Niamey, a groundbreaking digital payment system for health workers and community volunteers was successfully implemented with technical support from the World Health Organization (WHO). More than 1,200 frontline vaccination workers received […]
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How Nigeria’s security is shaped by Mali’s crisis
Nigeria is not merely observing the turmoil in Mali—it is deeply entangled in its consequences. The recent surge in coordinated attacks across Mali, from Kati to Gao and Mopti, underscores a regional security framework under unprecedented strain. With Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Nigeria accounting for the vast majority of conflict-related fatalities in West Africa, […]
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