Senegal-Morocco: new ruling could reignite the can 2025 final controversy

Nearly three months after the initial event, the aftermath of the CAN 2025 final continues to spark intense debate. On January 18th in Rabat, Senegal initially secured a 1-0 victory

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Benin holds pivotal presidential vote to shape its future beyond talon era

Benin is holding its breath as citizens across the nation cast their ballots in a watershed presidential election—the first step toward a historic leadership transition. Polling stations opened nationwide at

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Benin heads to polls on 12 april 2026 for historic presidential transition

The heartbeat of democracy resonates across Benin today as polling stations swing open nationwide. Around 17,000 voting centers have welcomed voters since 7:00 AM, with nearly 8 million registered citizens

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Benin 2026 elections: how security challenges unite the nation behind talon

Amidst a climate of uncertainty across the Sahel, Benin is turning security concerns into a catalyst for unprecedented modernization ahead of the 2026 presidential elections. Under President Patrice Talon’s leadership,

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Maroc Mauritania deepen military ties to counter Sahel threats

Morocco and Mauritania strengthen military ties amid rising Sahel insecurity Rabat and Nouakchott enhance defense cooperation focusing on border security, counterterrorism and organized crime as regional instability intensifies Security cooperation

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Benin’s lobogo: a pivotal battleground in the run-up to sunday’s vote

As the electoral campaign reaches its final stretch, the village of Lobogo, nestled in Bopa, teems with energy and anticipation. This is where Paul Hounkpè, candidate for the Forces Cauris

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Présidentielle au Bénin : lobogo, bastion de Paul Hounkpè, à l’épreuve avant le vote

À Lobogo, village de la commune de Bopa, l’atmosphère est électrique à l’approche de la clôture officielle de la campagne électorale. Paul Hounkpè, candidat des Forces Cauris pour un Bénin

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Agadez Fuel Crisis: Soaring Black Market Prices Hit Northern Niger Hard

Agadez Faces Critical Fuel Shortage: Black Market Prices Explode Agadez, the vibrant capital of Aïr in northern Niger, is currently grappling with a severe fuel crisis. The price of gasoline

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Russia’s growing influence in the Sahel and its impact on US strategy

The military-led governments of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are consolidating a new security and political alliance while turning away from Western partners. Russia is capitalizing on this shift, filling

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Pénurie d’essence à Agadez : le litre flambe à 1 500 FCFA au Niger, pays producteur de pétrole

Niamey, 8 avril 2026 Alors que le Niger exporte chaque jour près de 90 000 barils de pétrole brut via le pipeline vers le Bénin, les citoyens font face à

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Benin’s market renaissance: Elevating trade from precarity to prosperity

The transformation is striking: from makeshift stalls battling the elements to the secure, paved halls of modern urban markets. Over the past decade, President Patrice Talon’s administration has spearheaded a

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Breaking news Senegal Maroc can 2025 caf controversy

The saga surrounding the CAN 2025 final continues to unfold. After the CAF controversially awarded the African title to Morocco on a technicality two months post-match, Senegal has taken the

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