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Niamey’s oil pivot: economic realities reshape Niger’s partnership with China

By malivoicePosted on May 20, 2026Posted in Uncategorized

Beyond the grand pronouncements of reclaimed sovereignty and a departure from former alliances, economic realities have delivered a stark reminder. Confronted by crippling financial isolation, Niger’s military administration has finalized a series of oil agreements with the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC). This signing represents an economic capitulation, primarily aimed at urgently replenishing the nation’s […]

Senegal’s economic recovery plan draws government defense amid FMI scrutiny

By malivoicePosted on May 20, 2026Posted in Economy

In a high-stakes economic debate, Cheikh Diba, Senegal’s Minister of Finance, revealed last Friday before the National Assembly that the Economic and Social Recovery Plan (PRES) had generated 63.4 billion CFA francs this year. These figures emerged during tense negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (FMI), prompting Waly Diouf Bodian, a key advisor to Prime […]

Niamey’s oil pivot: economic realities reshape Niger’s partnership with China

By malivoicePosted on May 20, 2026Posted in Uncategorized

Beyond the grand pronouncements of reclaimed sovereignty and a departure from former alliances, economic realities have delivered a stark reminder. Confronted by crippling financial isolation, Niger’s military administration has finalized a series of oil agreements with the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC). This signing represents an economic capitulation, primarily aimed at urgently replenishing the nation’s […]

Children in West Africa face Boko Haram threat in powerful documentary

By malivoicePosted on May 20, 2026Posted in Crime

Documentary spotlight Children in West Africa confront the shadow of Boko Haram Video restricted to subscribers Subscribe to access our video content Log in In this award-winning documentary that claimed the Tiger Award at Rotterdam Film Festival, Cameroonian filmmaker Cyrielle Raingou delivers a raw, child’s-eye view of life under the looming threat of terrorism. Families […]

Andoni Iraola reflects on Arsenal’s premier league triumph after bournemouth’s draw with manchester city

By malivoicePosted on May 20, 2026Posted in Sports

Andoni Iraola reflects on Arsenal’s premier league triumph after bournemouth’s draw with manchester city The recent 1-1 stalemate between Bournemouth and Manchester City on Tuesday officially solidified Arsenal’s position as the Premier League champions. Following this pivotal outcome, Andoni Iraola, the Spanish head coach of the Cherries, extended his commendation to the Gunners for securing […]

Chad’s cotton sector gets $22.5 million boost from France

By malivoicePosted on May 20, 2026Posted in A la Une

Chad Chad’s cotton sector gets $22.5 million boost from France Chad, Central Africa’s second-largest cotton producer, secures a $22.5 million French grant to revitalize its struggling cotton industry. — 2 min read Share Chad ranks as Central Africa’s second-largest cotton producer, trailing only Cameroon. Despite its potential, the country’s cotton output has fluctuated sharply in […]

Jnim attack near Bamako highlights Mali’s security crisis

By malivoicePosted on May 20, 2026Posted in Actualités

Is Bamako still secure? This question, once unthinkable, now presses with a stark and dramatic urgency. On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, the rural commune of Siby, situated a mere thirty kilometers from the Malian capital, became the scene of an unprecedented assault. Dozens of commercial trucks, public transport vehicles, and Hilux pick-ups were systematically torched […]

Senegal urged to bridge reform gaps in UEMOA assessment

By malivoicePosted on May 20, 2026Posted in Economy

The political phase of the 11th annual review of UEMOA community reforms concluded yesterday in Dakar, following a one-day postponement. The session, attended by Abdoulaye Diop, President of the UEMOA Commission, highlighted that while Senegal maintains an overall satisfactory performance across 145 assessed reforms, a decline of 2.14 points compared to 2024 has prompted authorities […]

Togo’s president faure gnassingbé discusses investment prospects with afreximbank’s george elombi

By malivoicePosted on May 20, 2026Posted in A la Une

President Faure Gnassingbé of Togo recently hosted Dr. George Elombi, Chairman of the Board of Directors for Afreximbank, in Lomé. Their discussions centered on strengthening the partnership between the West African nation and the prominent pan-African financial institution, alongside exploring significant investment opportunities across various strategic sectors. During their high-level meeting, both dignitaries delved into […]

Forum du Justiciable defends Ousmane Sonko amidst Ndiaga Seck controversy in Senegal

By malivoicePosted on May 20, 2026Posted in Politique

Forum du Justiciable defends Ousmane Sonko amidst Ndiaga Seck controversy in Senegal Babacar Ba, who leads the Forum du Justiciable, has strongly defended Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, rejecting any attempts to connect him with the arrest of Ndiaga Seck. Ba labeled such insinuations as malicious, and his plea for safeguarding the Prime Minister’s public image […]

Tabaski in Senegal: the rising cost of tradition and debt burden

By malivoicePosted on May 20, 2026Posted in Economy

economic investigation Tabaski in Senegal: the rising cost of tradition and debt burden Every year, millions of Senegalese plunge into debt to purchase a sheep for Tabaski, transforming a religious observance into a financial crisis. While Morocco has implemented a sustainable solution, Senegal continues to grapple with soaring prices and predatory lending practices. Two weeks […]

Legal probe in Senegal: kaolack officials questioned over cdc director’s accusations

By malivoicePosted on May 20, 2026Posted in Actualités

The investigation involving Fadilou Kéita, managing director of Senegal’s Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC), has reached a critical phase. This Wednesday, Serigne Mboup, mayor of Kaolack, and Habibou Lèye, operations manager of the urban renewal program « Cœur de Ville », were summoned to Dakar’s urban security headquarters. The move follows formal complaints lodged […]