Category: A la Une
Patrice Talon’s legacy: building over 2,000 kilometres of paved roads in a decade
When reflecting on the lasting impact of Patrice Talon’s presidency, one specific achievement dominates the conversation: the road. Over the past ten years, the Head of State has fundamentally reshaped
Read MoreBenin details allegations against Kemi Seba and pursues extradition
Following the detention of Kemi Seba (born Robert Gilles Stellio Capo Chichi) in Pretoria, the government of Benin has officially broken its silence. During a briefing following the Council of
Read MoreBenin boosts industrial growth as four companies join investment incentive scheme
Following a Council of Ministers session led by President Patrice Talon on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, four significant industrial entities received the green light to establish operations under the national
Read MoreMali’s fragile state exposed by private hostage release
a controversial mediation shatters perceptions of malian authority In a striking display of private diplomacy, an exiled opposition leader has emerged as a key player in securing the freedom of
Read MoreAlgeria’s alleged role in Sahel terrorism fuels tensions with Mali and Niger
Mali and Niger have once again raised serious concerns about Algeria’s alleged involvement in fueling terrorism across the Sahel region. The accusations revolve around Algeria allegedly sheltering, enabling, and indirectly
Read MoreBurkina Faso’s humanitarian dependence despite sovereignty claims
Amidst soaring rhetoric about self-reliance, Burkina Faso finds itself critically dependent on humanitarian aid to combat a deepening food crisis. Recent shipments of rice, including 2,422 tonnes donated by Pakistan,
Read MoreKemi Seba’s panafricanist allies abandon him amid legal battles
From panafricanism to isolation: the fall of Kemi Seba Once a vocal figurehead of African identity politics, Kemi Seba now faces extradition from South Africa to Benin, with little support
Read MoreKémi séba’s detention in south africa: a web of political claims and controversial alliances
Currently held in Pretoria following an alleged breach of immigration laws, the prominent figure of pan-Africanism, Kémi Séba, has vehemently denounced his detention as political persecution. However, beneath his public
Read MoreChad sends 1500 personnel to join security mission in Haiti
In a significant move to support international stability, Chad is preparing to send 1500 soldiers to Haiti. This deployment is part of a United Nations-backed security initiative designed to curb
Read MoreTogo’s evolving Sahel strategy amid regional security challenges
The Togo has recently unveiled an updated strategy to address the escalating security crisis in the Sahel, positioning itself as a potential mediator between military-led nations in the region and
Read MoreBurkina Faso military junta dissolves over 100 civil society groups
Click to expand Image The military leadership in Burkina Faso is heightening its systematic crackdown on independent voices through restrictive new laws, administrative hurdles, and aggressive measures against both local
Read MoreTogo positions itself as a diplomatic link between the Sahel and the global community
During a significant summit held in Lomé this past Saturday, Togo revealed a comprehensive security and geopolitical roadmap designed for the Sahel region. The high-level gathering saw participation from the
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