Mali: a drone strike targeting an ally reveals strategic missteps near Gao

On the morning of Monday, May 18, a drone operated by the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) tragically targeted a vehicle belonging to the GATIA, an armed movement known for its

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Abidjan summit charts future of African personal data protection

Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire’s vibrant economic hub, emerged as the focal point for continental dialogue on personal data governance on May 18, 2026. For four dynamic days, the ninth international conference

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N’Djamena’s national museum celebrates chadian cultural heritage with inaugural night of museums

In a vibrant celebration marking International Museum Day, the Cultural Heritage House of Chad, under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourist Development, Culture and Handicrafts, proudly hosted the very

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Senegal’s new anti-homosexuality law sparks legal challenges and human rights concerns

Senegal’s recently enacted anti-homosexuality law, which significantly stiffens penalties for “unnatural acts,” is already manifesting its initial legal consequences amidst widespread controversy. In the six weeks following its promulgation, over

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Governance of personal data at the heart of Africa’s digital economy

Abidjan hosts landmark African data protection conference The ninth edition of the African Network of Personal Data Protection Authorities (RAPDP) conference kicked off in Abidjan on Monday, May 18, 2026,

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Biashara afrika 2026: faure gnassingbé pushes for actionable african economic integration

The third edition of Biashara Afrika kicked off in Lomé on May 18, 2026, bringing together African leaders, investors, and private sector representatives to tackle the continent’s most pressing economic

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Niger drawn in tough group for CAN 2027 qualifiers

The draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) qualifiers was finalized in Cairo on Tuesday, May 19, setting the stage for an intense campaign. All 48 participating nations

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Senegal bolsters border security amid Mali turmoil

With over 400 km of shared border with Mali and deep-rooted trade ties, Senegal is stepping up its security measures as regional instability in the Sahel continues to escalate. Dakar’s

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Daily life in Bamako persists amidst prolonged state of emergency

In Bamako, the vibrant capital of Mali, an enduring state of emergency casts a shadow over daily routines. The city’s vital access points have been systematically cut off by persistent

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Niger facing malaria crisis amid Ibrahim Traoré’s actions

By mandating the permanent closure of the Target Malaria project’s laboratories and the eradication of its genetically modified mosquitoes, the regime of Captain Ibrahim Traoré has escalated its sovereignist rhetoric

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Sénégal: minister mabouba diagne launches defamation suit against media outlets

Minister Mabouba Diagne has initiated legal proceedings, filing a defamation complaint against several media organizations. He alleges these outlets disseminated false information, implicating him in purported irregularities detailed within a

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Tragic Mali drone strike claims civilian lives during wedding preparations

tragic Mali drone strike claims civilian lives during wedding preparations A devastating drone strike by the Malian army tragically claimed the lives of at least ten civilians on Sunday, including

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