Category: Analyses
Togo facing scrutiny over foreign military presence
In any functioning democracy, matters of national defense are often shrouded in a degree of confidentiality. Military operations, intelligence activities, and strategic partnerships are rarely disclosed in full public view.
Read MoreBurkina Faso’s security crisis: a nation’s yearning for stability
There was a time when Burkina Faso was more frequently cited for its stability than for its misfortunes. This period was not without its critics, far from it. Blaise Compaoré
Read MoreSenegal’s debt management under political pressure
The public debt of Senegal has evolved from a mere financial equation to a pressing political dilemma. The long-term perspectives of financial markets, spanning decades, now clash with the short-term
Read MoreManaging Senegal’s debt amid political timelines
When leaders face tough decisions, they often weigh short-term political gains against long-term economic stability. The words of former U.S. President Bill Clinton—‘Early or late, every president must make difficult,
Read MoreEscalating 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
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