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Mali’s critical crossroads: JNIM’s rise and the junta’s dilemma
Mali stands at a pivotal moment, trapped between the unrelenting advance of the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM, affiliated with Al-Qaida) and the military junta’s faltering
Read MoreOlympic marseille considers 30m euro quinten timber exit
Olympic de Marseille faces a critical financial crossroads this summer, as the club grapples with the absence of Champions League revenue that has historically bolstered its budget. With the coffers
Read MoreCôte d’Ivoire: civil society pushes for full electoral body overhaul
The urgency of electoral governance reform in Côte d’Ivoire has taken center stage following the dissolution of the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI). On May 14, 2026, the Platform of 37
Read MoreFrench organizations and officials rally against Senegal’s anti-lgbtq+ laws
french organizations and officials rally against Senegal’s anti-lgbtq+ laws STOP homophobie assists 68 detainees in Senegal amid escalating anti-LGBTQ+ crackdowns following a recent law imposing 5 to 10 years in
Read MoreNiger latest news: Maurice digbeu kipre, pioneer of serenity insurance, passes away at 75
Maurice Digbeu Kipré, the visionary founder and CEO of Serenity, a leading Ivorian insurance company, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Abidjan. He was 75 years old. His
Read MoreSenegal discovers afcon 2027 qualifier opponents in group j
Senegal discovers afcon 2027 qualifier opponents in group j Senegal has learned its opponents for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers. The reigning champions, known as the Lions,
Read MoreOnline gambling gains traction among young people in N’Djamena
Chad online gambling gains traction among young people in N’Djamena Fast-paced gains and digital trends are pulling young urban residents in Chad toward online betting, raising concerns about oversight and
Read MoreStarlink internet prices spark outrage in Senegal
starlink internet prices spark outrage in Senegal Starlink’s newly announced pricing structure for Senegal has ignited fierce debate, with consumers and industry observers questioning the fairness of the rates. The
Read MoreNiger’s military government faces backlash over rent control decree
The Nigerien authorities have recently enacted a decree capping rental prices in Niamey, ranging from 15,000 to 80,000 West African CFA francs. While the measure aims to address housing affordability
Read MoreUncovering the misuse of 2 billion cfa francs meant for displaced people in Kaya
The promise of agricultural aid for displaced people in Kaya In a widely publicized move, authorities unveiled an ambitious agricultural support program worth over two billion CFA francs, aimed at
Read MoreArsenal on the brink of Premier League glory this tuesday
Arsenal have moved a step closer to ending their 20-year wait for a Premier League title after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Burnley on Monday. Under the guidance of manager
Read MoreOusmane Sonko’s leadership of Pastef in question amid article 17 debate
Can Ousmane Sonko still lead Pastef amid article 17’s legal challenges? The future of Ousmane Sonko’s leadership within the Pastef party remains uncertain as legal scrutiny intensifies ahead of the
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