“les démocrates” congratulates benin’s president-elect wadagni-talata, urging unity and democratic reform

The opposition political party, “Les Démocrates,” officially extended its republican felicitations on April 14, 2026, to the newly elected duo, Romuald Wadagni and Mariam Chabi Talata, following their victory in

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Martin ziguélé voices deep concerns over the central african republic’s political and economic trajectory

More than two weeks after the inauguration of Faustin Archange Touadéra, an event that marked the commencement of the seventh republic in the Central African Republic (CAR), Martin Ziguélé, a

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Catalan giants barça exit champions league quarter-finals amidst refereeing storm

The UEFA Champions League journey for FC Barcelona concluded in the quarter-finals, as they were edged out by formidable La Liga rivals Atlético Madrid. Despite securing a hard-fought 2-1 win

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Niger’s general Tiani walks a tightrope: shadow talks and internal strife

Facing a multi-headed terrorist threat and simmering discontent within his own ranks, General Abdourahamane Tiani is attempting a high-stakes maneuver. Between clandestine talks in Say with the GSIM and a

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Mauritanian president’s state visit to France highlights strategic partnership

The President of France welcomed Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of Mauritania, for a State visit at the Élysée Palace this Wednesday. A month ahead of the *Africa Forward*

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Mauritanian president’s state visit to Paris strengthens bilateral ties

The President of France welcomed Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of Mauritania, to the Élysée Palace this Wednesday for an official state visit. With just one month until the

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Mauritanian president’s state visit to France strengthens strategic ties

On Wednesday, the President of the Republic welcomed Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of Mauritania, at the Élysée Palace. With the upcoming Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi on May

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Benin’s april 12 election: a milestone for democratic resilience

The provisional results declared on the evening of Sunday, April 12, represent more than just a numerical outcome—they signal a pivotal moment in Benin’s democratic evolution. As the final ballot

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Benin election 2024: romuald wadagni’s landslide win reaffirms democratic resilience

As dawn breaks over Cotonou, the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENA) unveils provisional results, signaling a watershed moment for Benin. With an overwhelming 94.05% of the vote, Romuald Wadagni emerges

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Soaring election costs lock out opposition in west african polls

“Rigged from the start,” “no suspense,” “incumbent wins in a landslide.” Across Africa’s 2025 presidential elections, a troubling pattern emerged: opposition forces were systematically sidelined before campaigns even began. The

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Soaring election costs lock out opposition in africa

The 2025 presidential elections across Africa have drawn sharp criticism for their lack of genuine competition, with opposition figures systematically sidelined before campaigns even begin. Recent polls in Djibouti and

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Soaring election fees lock out opposition in african polls

“Scripted victories,” “one-sided races,” “first-round triumphs for incumbents.” The 2025 presidential elections across Africa followed a disturbing pattern: opposition voices were systematically silenced before campaigns even began. The latest cases

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