Day: May 15, 2026

How Declan Rice’s move to Arsenal left Bruno Fernandes feeling “deeply saddened”

Ousmane Tandja

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has opened up about his personal disappointment regarding Declan Rice’s decision to join Arsenal. The Portuguese playmaker believed that the English international was the missing piece of the puzzle for the Red Devils’ midfield before his high-profile move to North London. The missed opportunity for Manchester United In the summer of 2023, the transfer market was dominated by the saga of Declan Rice, who eventually signed with Arsenal for a staggering £105 million. While the Gunners celebrated their new acquisition, Bruno Fernandes was left reflecting…

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Mali: GSIM urged to lift Bamako blockade amid humanitarian crisis

Ousmane Tandja

Bamako’s ongoing blockade is inflicting unacceptable hardship on civilians, threatening their fundamental rights to food, health, and safety, warns a leading human rights organization. The Groupe de soutien à l’islam et aux musulmans (GSIM), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated armed group, has been urged to comply with international humanitarian law and cease actions that endanger civilian lives. Since April 28, three of Bamako’s six major supply routes have been severed by GSIM attacks, cutting off the capital from critical food, fuel, and medical deliveries. On May 6, the group targeted a civilian truck…

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Laurent Gbagbo remains PPA-CI president in Côte d’Ivoire political reshuffle

Ousmane Tandja

Once sidelined from the presidential race due to legal technicalities, former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo has defied expectations by reclaiming leadership of the People’s Party of Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI). The decision came during the party’s first ordinary congress on May 14-15 at the Treichville Cultural Palace, where delegates unanimously endorsed his return despite his absence. Why Gbagbo made his political comeback The move appears motivated by several factors: President Alassane Ouattara’s decision to extend his own political career, the PPA-CI’s lackluster performance in recent elections, and what party officials describe…

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Social media pressure on teenage girls in N’Djamena

Ousmane Tandja

In the bustling streets of N’Djamena, a silent crisis is unfolding—one that’s reshaping the self-image of a generation. The culprit? Social media. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook have turned beauty into a currency, and young girls are paying the price. What starts as harmless scrolling often spirals into an obsession with perfection, fueled by filters that erase imperfections and algorithms that reward flawless selfies. the rise of digital beauty standards Gone are the days when mirrors alone dictated standards of beauty. Today, young women in N’Djamena compare their lives…

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Leipzig goalkeeper gulacsi returns for final bundesliga clash

Ousmane Tandja

Leipzig’s Goalkeeper Gulácsi Set to Feature in Season Finale In a significant boost for RB Leipzig, head coach Jesse Marsch has confirmed that first-choice goalkeeper Peter Gulácsi will return to action for the club’s crucial final Bundesliga match of the season. The announcement comes as a major relief for fans and teammates alike, following the Hungarian international’s recent absence due to injury. Gulácsi, a key figure between the posts for Leipzig since his arrival in 2015, has been instrumental in the club’s recent successes. His recovery and return to the…

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PastEF congress to confirm Ousmane Sonko as party leader

Ousmane Tandja

May 15, 2026 Download rate card Switch to dark mode Switch to light mode PASTEF CONGRESS: OUSMANE SONKO SET FOR REELECTION AS PARTY LEADER breaking news May 15, 2026 As the PASTEF party gears up for its upcoming congress, the official opening of candidate submissions for the party leadership has commenced. The High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP) has outlined a clear timeline, allowing candidates to submit their applications from May 15, 2026, at midnight through May 20, 2026, at noon. To streamline the process, HARP will provide standardized candidate…

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The fading influence of Russia in africa: an unfulfilled promise

Aïcha Abdou

Following a decade of rapid expansion under the guise of mercenary operations, disinformation campaigns, and anti-Western populism, the Kremlin’s African strategy has now encountered an insurmountable reality. Once hailed as a viable alternative to traditional powers, Moscow’s model—built on unconditional security partnerships and resource extraction—has begun to crumble under the weight of unmet expectations, military setbacks, and growing public disillusionment. The notion of a waning Russian imperial influence on the continent is no longer speculative; it is an unfolding reality. the mirage of russian-backed security In the mid-2010s, as Western…

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Senegal conflict in casamance: weakened rebels face cannabis-driven unrest

Aïcha Abdou

In early May, Senegalese military forces, supported by trained detection dogs, launched a major operation to dismantle cannabis cultivation sites in the volatile Casamance region. This latest campaign marks another chapter in a decades-old conflict that has simmered since 1982, despite the lingering presence of a weakened separatist movement. The crackdown took place near the Gambian border, where remnants of the Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance (MFDC)—a group that has fought for Casamance’s independence since December 1982—operate. According to Colonel Cheikh Guèye, regional military commander in Ziguinchor, the operation…

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N’Djamena tackles chaotic minibus stops for safer urban transit

Ousmane Tandja

In the heart of Chad, N’Djamena faces a pressing challenge: the unregulated nature of its minibus transportation system. As the capital city grapples with rapid demographic growth and urban expansion, the lack of designated stops for these ubiquitous vehicles has become a growing concern. Every day, commuters rely on minibuses for their daily travels, yet the absence of structured pick-up and drop-off zones forces drivers to halt abruptly in the middle of busy streets. This informal practice not only disrupts traffic flow but also poses serious safety risks for passengers…

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Algeria and Chad advance trans-Saharan highway and infrastructure projects

Ousmane Tandja

Algeria and Chad formalized a landmark agreement in N’Djamena, marking a significant step toward fast-tracking infrastructure and public works initiatives under their strengthened bilateral partnership. The deal, inked during a high-level working visit, outlines streamlined procedures to accelerate projects agreed upon in April, including critical roadway developments. The memorandum was signed by Algeria’s Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure, Abdelkader Djellaoui, and Chad’s Minister of Infrastructure, Desenclavement and Road Maintenance, Amir Idriss Kourda, on the second day of the Algerian delegation’s official visit to Chad’s capital. Key stakeholders from…

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Tchad: street vendors rise while children bear the hidden cost

Aïcha Abdou

Tchad: street vendors rise while children bear the hidden cost In the bustling markets of Chad, a quiet revolution is unfolding—one led by women who have taken to the streets to sell their wares. Yet behind their newfound independence lurks a troubling reality for the nation’s children. A new rhythm in Chad’s streets: women take charge From the crack of dawn, the pavements of N’Djamena, Moundou, and Abéché come alive with the energy of women balancing baskets of ripe mangoes, golden beignets, and vibrant fabrics. Their voices cut through the…

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