Day: August 27, 2026

Washington and Cotonou deepen defense ties

Ousmane Tandja

Afrique États-Unis et Bénin : Washington et Cotonou renforcent leur partenariat de sécurité Les États-Unis et le Bénin ont réaffirmé leur alliance stratégique lors d’une rencontre au Pentagone, axée sur la coopération militaire et la stabilité régionale face aux menaces transnationales. Alwihda Info 27 août 2026 — 1 min de lecture Partager The United States and Benin have once again affirmed their crucial strategic defense alliance. General Christopher J. Mahoney, who serves as the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff for the United States, recently held discussions at…

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Assimi Goïta confronts the female genital mutilation debate in Mali

Aïcha Abdou

In Mali, President Assimi Goïta faces the delicate task of managing the widespread discussion surrounding female genital mutilation (FGM). This critical societal issue continues to be a focal point for public health initiatives and human rights advocacy across the nation, as evidenced by visible awareness campaigns aimed at eradication. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

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Burkina Faso’s security landscape: a contested narrative

Aïcha Abdou

While official communications from Captain Ibrahim Traoré consistently laud a methodical territorial reconquest, the reality on the ground presents a far more intricate picture. On the evening of Wednesday, August 26, 2026, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) declared its assertion of control over a military outpost maintained by local militias in Tougui, situated near Ouahigouya. This assertion, which naturally requires independent verification, nonetheless poses a significant query: if territorial reconquest is as advanced as proclaimed, how does one account for the persistent capacity of armed…

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Gabon confronts a $330 million debt claim from Bosch Capital

Aïcha Abdou

Libreville is currently grappling with a sudden escalation in a financial dispute involving Paramount Group. A South African recovery fund, Bosch Capital, has reportedly acquired the rights to a substantial debt originally owed by the Gabonese state to the defense contractor Paramount Group. The asserted amount stands at approximately 330 million dollars, equivalent to nearly 185 billion CFA francs. Bosch Capital has reportedly issued a deadline of September 3, 2026, for the Gabonese government to settle this obligation. This remarkably tight timeframe presents Libreville with a complex challenge, encompassing financial,…

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Mali’s northern tensions: FAMa and Africa Corps ambushed near Ber

Aïcha Abdou

Tombouctou — Northern Mali continues to grapple with intense volatility. A convoy comprising Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) personnel and Russian fighters from the Africa Corps encountered an ambush on Wednesday near Ber, within the Tombouctou region. The assailants reportedly initiated fire on the column and deployed improvised explosive devices (IEDs), a common tactic employed by armed factions operating across the nation. At present, a verified and independent assessment of casualties or material damage from this assault remains unavailable. Therefore, caution is paramount regarding the number of victims and the precise…

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Senegal’s political power play: faye and sonko’s latest chess move

Aïcha Abdou

This recent decision hardly comes as a surprise, considering that the rationales for its rejection had already been publicly articulated by numerous informed individuals. The Prime Minister himself had consistently maintained that the legislative proposal encroached upon the executive branch’s inherent regulatory authority. On September 1st, the Prime Minister is set to deliver his general policy statement before the deputies. This appearance follows the recent declaration of inadmissibility for the bill proposed by the very same legislative body, which aimed to regulate special funds. The question arises: will he confront…

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Angola and drc forge 30-year railway concession for dilolo-sakania corridor

Ousmane Tandja

Angola and drc sign a concession contract for the dilolo-sakania railway line The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Angola have entered into a significant 30-year concession agreement for the vital Dilolo-Sakania railway line. This landmark deal encompasses the comprehensive rehabilitation, modernization, and expansion of the railway, alongside its operational management between Dilolo in Lualaba province and Sakania in Haut-Katanga province. Under the terms of this long-term agreement, the Congolese State will maintain ownership of the railway infrastructure. Furthermore, it will retain a minimum of 10% equity in the project…

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