Day: August 6, 2026

The Nigerien uranium sector is once again under scrutiny following the opaque disposal of 300 tonnes of yellowcake, the country’s SOPAMIN asset, in a deal shrouded in financial irregularities and geopolitical maneuvering. Rather than adhering to transparent procurement practices, the transaction bypassed standard banking channels and raised serious concerns about the eroding value of Niger’s natural resources. An off-the-books transaction raises red flags Investigations reveal that the uranium stock, owned by the Société du Patrimoine des Mines du Niger (SOPAMIN), was allegedly sold to Romania’s Nuclearelectrica, a state-owned nuclear energy…

In a bid to equip young people with practical skills, the RADEC (Réseau des Acteurs de Développement Chrétiens) launched a month-long professional training program on August 5, 2026, at the Episcopal Center of N’Djamena. This initiative, developed in collaboration with Moov Money Tchad and other local partners, is designed to enhance employability, foster entrepreneurship, and empower young participants across the country. The kickoff ceremony brought together representatives from Moov Money Tchad, partner organizations, trainers, learners, and key stakeholders, all gathered to celebrate the launch of this impactful program. Speaking at…

Dakar 2026 is setting ambitious environmental goals ahead of the Youth Olympic Games, with a bold pledge to eliminate single-use plastics in partnership with Senegal’s Ministry of Environment and Transition and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The initiative will prioritize three core objectives: drastically reducing disposable plastics, enhancing waste sorting and collection at all venues, and fostering environmental awareness among athletes, spectators, and local communities. The project also aims to unite government agencies, private enterprises, and civil society in building a lasting green legacy. « This initiative will position…

The unfulfilled promise of security General Abdourahamane Tiani, who seized power two years ago by ousting democratically elected President Mohamed Bazoum under the pretext of restoring national security, now confronts a stark reality that undermines the very foundation of his regime. The coup d’état on July 26, 2023, was presented as a decisive response to the civilian government’s perceived failure to contain the burgeoning threat of armed groups. Yet, recent developments indicate that the promised break with the past has collided with a menace far exceeding regime changes or diplomatic…

The World Bank has approved a substantial financial package of 340 billion West African CFA francs for Senegal, as confirmed by the Presidential Office in Dakar. This initiative aligns with ongoing negotiations between the Senegalese government and its traditional financial partners to strengthen fiscal stability and secure long-term concessional resources. With this injection, policymakers are now focused on the specific projects to be funded and the associated conditions attached to the funding. Multilateral support with structure outlined by presidential office Senegal’s Presidential Office has taken the lead in clarifying the…