Category: Analyses
Escalating violence in northern Mali despite foreign military support
The northern region of Mali has once again witnessed a devastating attack, resulting in the deaths of at least 50 soldiers. The assault, attributed to separatist fighters operating alongside jihadist
Read MoreBurkina Faso: populism overshadows unmet governance promises
The footage of Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s visit to the Yaadga region captures moments of jubilation among supporters. His arrival and departure were greeted with scenes of fervent celebration, which his
Read MoreThe unmet promises behind Burkina Faso’s claimed transformation
The narrative propagated by state-controlled media, portraying Burkina Faso as an emergent « eldorado » under Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s leadership, appears increasingly disconnected from the lived realities of its citizens.
Read MoreNiger’s Demographic Challenges: A Collective Reflection in Niamey
Dialogue on Demographic Challenges in Niger The University of Abdou Moumouni in Niamey hosted a gathering to discuss demographic and socio-anthropological issues. Researchers, teachers, students, and representatives from institutions came
Read MorePolitical strategy of Russia and Sahel states through perpetual accusations
Over recent years, both the Russian Federation and the governments of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) have integrated the practice of publicly denouncing their adversaries into their political communication
Read MoreGabon’s youth unemployment puzzle: skills gap meets economic needs
Ecouter l’article The National Human Development Report (RNDH 2026) has cast a spotlight on a critical paradox undermining Gabon’s labor market: while one in three active young people remains unemployed,
Read MoreAfrica’s urgent path to pharmaceutical sovereignty
For decades, most African nations have relied heavily on imported medicines to meet their populations’ healthcare needs. In this analysis, Dr. Arnaud Kaboré, pharmacist and engineer, outlines a strategic roadmap
Read MoreNiger’s Troubled Past: Understanding the Roots of Jihadism in Tonka
The recent assassination of Aboulaye Tandina, a respected butcher in Tonka, has left many questioning the motivations behind such brutal attacks. As the conflict in Mali continues to escalate, it’s
Read MoreYouth exodus from Togo: a generation’s lost hope
The youth of Togo confront an unrelenting dilemma: seek opportunities abroad or resign themselves to a future without prospects. This stark choice has intensified criticism of President Faure Gnassingbé’s long-standing
Read MoreBurkina Faso’s russian partnership: a fair deal for whom?
Moscow’s embrace and Ouagadougou’s strategic shift Since deepening ties with Russia, Burkina Faso’s leadership has increasingly framed Moscow as a key ally, one positioned to support the nation’s pursuit of
Read MoreGabon’s bold agricultural transformation: cap 2030 and food sovereignty
Gabon has long grappled with a striking economic paradox. Despite possessing extensive arable land, a favorable climate, and significant water resources, the nation continues to rely heavily on food imports
Read MoreMorocco’s population growth and aging trends by 2060
Morocco’s High Commission for Planning (HCP) has released comprehensive demographic projections for the period spanning 2024 to 2060. These forecasts take into account multiple scenarios, including shifts in birth rates,
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