Author: Aïcha Abdou

On May 31, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) released a statement openly accusing the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) and their Russian partners, Africa Corps, of executing Peul villagers within the Niono circle. This latest pronouncement once again casts a harsh light on the precarious situation of civilian populations in central Mali, who find themselves caught between counter-terrorism operations and the relentless strategies of media influence. grave accusations at the heart of the central delta The Niono circle, situated in Mali’s Ségou region, has again become…

politicsDemocratic Republic of the Congo border closure between DRC and Rwanda impacts goma residents june 2, 2026 Residents of Goma express growing concerns as border crossings to Gisenyi remain shut, disrupting daily life and commerce in the region. Jacques Safari, a young street vendor in Goma, has built his livelihood selling eggs near the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s border with Rwanda. Since the closure, his earnings have plummeted. “My income has dropped sharply. Before the border closed, I sold five trays of eggs daily. Now, I struggle to sell…

The African continent’s debt trajectory has reached an unprecedented milestone. Between 2021 and 2023, debt repayments outpaced education spending for the first time ever. In 2024, nearly 18% of public revenues across Africa were consumed by debt servicing—a threefold increase since 2010. No other region in the world faces such a burden, making debt sustainability a critical concern for finance ministries everywhere. Amid this challenging landscape, the Republic of Bénin has adopted a distinctive approach. Rather than surrendering to market pressures or relying solely on external lenders, Cotonou has elevated…

During a significant gathering of African and South Korean foreign ministers in Seoul, Bénin’s Foreign Minister Corinne Amori Brunet underscored her nation’s ambition to serve as the premier, stable access point to the vast West African market. Her remarks came during a recent discussion, emphasizing Bénin’s strategic appeal to international investors. Minister Brunet highlighted Bénin’s unique combination of strengths. While individually the country might appear as a smaller market, its collective advantages offer significantly more. These include robust political stability, proactive policies designed to attract foreign investment, and a strategically…

Senegal president forms new cabinet amid party tensions While some figures from PASTEF—the party of former prime minister Ousmane Sonko—were included in the newly announced cabinet on Monday, the move has drawn sharp criticism from the president’s former ally. Reporting from Dakar 2 min. Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has unveiled a new cabinet that includes several members and allies of PASTEF, despite the party’s stated refusal to participate in the administration. The announcement comes just over a week after President Faye, who also hails from PASTEF, dismissed Ousmane Sonko—now…

Chad security crackdown in Tibesti as weapons and drugs seized A major seizure of weapons, cannabis, and counterfeit alcohol in Chad’s Tibesti region highlights ongoing security efforts to protect local communities. Chad News 1 min read During a high-level security meeting chaired by the Government Delegate to Tibesti, General Alifa Weddeye, authorities unveiled seized contraband including firearms, cannabis, and illicit alcohol. The announcement underscored the commitment of defense and security forces to safeguarding the region. General Weddeye commended the vigilance of security personnel while urging continued diligence to prevent future…