Marguerite Gnakadé: from regime guardian to symbol of its failures
A former ally’s defiant stand When a former Defense Minister once among the most influential figures in Togo’s government chooses to endanger her own life in protest against her detention, the episode transcends routine legal proceedings. Since July 27, 2026, Marguerite Gnakadé has been conducting a hunger strike from her prison cell, condemning conditions she […]
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Soufism and politics in Senegal the anticolonial legacy resurfaces
Politics Soufism and politics in Senegal: the anticolonial legacy resurfaces Young leaders and ruling elites are reviving the historical role of Sufi guides as symbols of resistance and homegrown development models In Senegal’s secular yet deeply spiritual landscape, the lines between faith and governance have always been blurred. Today, political leaders are increasingly invoking the […]
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Lyon faces sparta prague in champions league qualifier
Lyon’s path to the Champions League resumes with a high-stakes qualifier against Sparta Prague. The Groupama Stadium side, currently fourth in Ligue 1, must navigate a tough third qualifying round to secure their spot in the group stage. A slip-up means a shift to the Europa League, adding extra pressure to this week’s double-header. The […]
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Togo artist’s passport tear sparks debate on protest and identity
An explosive TikTok livestream featuring gospel artist Noélie Elykem tearing up her passport has ignited a fiery national conversation. Beyond the spectacle, her dramatic act raises critical questions about the evolving nature of dissent, especially among the diaspora. With her document in tatters and her voice echoing across digital platforms, the Togolese singer has struck […]
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Togo: imprisoned former minister begins hunger strike over harsh prison conditions
Since July 27, 2026, a former defense minister has refused all food as a protest against the harsh conditions she faces behind bars. Eleven months after her arrest for criticizing the leadership of Faure Gnassingbé, she now symbolizes the plight of nearly sixty political prisoners still held in Togo’s jails. On August 30, 2025, as […]
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Chad’s opposition struggles amid repression and divisions under mahamat idriss déby itno
Boubacar Sidiki Haidara Journalist specializing in West African politics Saleh Kebzabo Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno Succès Masra Albert Pahimi Padacké Opposition under pressure in Chad’s evolving political landscape Chad’s political arena remains dominated by Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, whose transitional government continues to face criticism from divided opposition factions. Despite widespread discontent, unified resistance to […]
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Gabon Paris visit sparks economic hope and skepticism
Economic news Gabon’s Paris visit: from diplomacy to tangible economic outcomes By Editor-in-Chief August 4, 2026 128 No comment Libreville, Tuesday, August 4, 2026 – President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s state visit to Paris from July 19 to 22 was more than a display of diplomatic protocol. While the ceremonial events, including military honors at […]
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Gabon’s president Oligui Nguema strengthens ties with Côte d’Ivoire
African Politics Gabon’s president Oligui Nguema strengthens ties with Côte d’Ivoire By Editor-in-Chief August 4, 2026 52 No comment Libreville, August 4, 2026 — Following stops in Accra, Banjul, and Freetown, Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema continues his West African tour with a highly symbolic visit to Abidjan. The visit aligns with Côte d’Ivoire’s […]
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Burkina Faso’s self-justification strategy amid RSF allegations
Government under scrutiny for communication battalion amid disinformation concerns The Burkinabè government appears to be doubling down on a pattern of responding to criticism with justification rather than transparency. During a national ceremony on August 3, Communication Minister Pingdwendé Gilbert Ouédraogo publicly praised the so-called Rapid Intervention Battalion – Communication (BIR-C), a structure framed as […]
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Lyon’s champions league qualifier clash with sparta prague: when and where to watch
Olympique Lyonnais kick off their European campaign this week as they face Sparta Prague in the first leg of the third qualifying round for the Champions League. The match, set for Tuesday evening, marks a crucial early test for Paulo Fonseca’s side as they aim to return to Europe’s premier club competition. Kick-off time and […]
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Gabon expands diplomatic and economic influence in Sierra Leone
The state visit of the Gabonese head of state to Freetown underscores Libreville’s strategic ambition to deepen its diplomatic and economic footprint across West Africa. As part of this broader push, several cooperation agreements are on the agenda—aimed at revitalizing a previously underdeveloped partnership with Sierra Leone. Sierra Leone is emerging as a key partner […]
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Cameroun in turmoil as Biya’s absence fuels military reshuffle fears
Absence of a 93-year-old leader sparks governance crisis The Cameroonian nation finds itself in uncharted waters as President Paul Biya, the world’s longest-serving leader, remains unaccounted for after 57 days abroad. His departure on June 7, 2026, for what was officially described as a “brief private stay in Europe,” has triggered unprecedented turbulence within the […]
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