Author: Aïcha Abdou

From Wagner to Africa Corps: A critical turning point in Mali’s conflict The transition from Wagner to Africa Corps in Mali was supposed to mark a fresh start for the country’s security landscape. Yet, a new report reveals a troubling continuity of alleged human rights violations, casting doubt on whether this shift has brought meaningful change. Civilian casualties, arbitrary detentions, and a pervasive climate of impunity persist, raising serious questions about accountability and the true impact of Africa Corps’ operations in Mali. Civilians at the heart of escalating violence Between…

From crisis to decisive action: Niger’s oil sector at a crossroads After weeks of denial, Niger has finally acknowledged the severity of the blowout at the Goumeri W-8 well, marking a critical turning point in its energy sovereignty. The uncontrolled spill, spewing crude oil and gas over ten meters high since September 25th, has exposed both technical vulnerabilities and geopolitical dependencies in Niger’s oil sector. With two neighboring wells compromised and two workers hospitalized, the incident demands urgent intervention—and a shift in national strategy. Government silence gives way to international…

On 13 October 2026, Emmanuel Macron and Mahamat Idriss Déby marked a decisive turning point in Franco-Chadian relations with the signing of a declaration of intent on defence cooperation. Following the withdrawal of French troops from Chad and the ruptures with several Sahelian countries, this initiative crystallises the determination of Paris and N’Djamena to rebuild their partnership. The accusations made by Niger after the events of 28 and 29 August add a sensitive dimension to this regional recomposition. A fresh start for Franco-Chadian ties The relationship between France and Chad…

On October 13, 2026, Emmanuel Macron and Mahamat Idriss Déby marked a decisive turning point in Franco-Chadian relations by signing a declaration of intent on defense cooperation at the Élysée Palace. This breakthrough moment signals a major shift in Paris’s approach to the Sahel, coming after French troops withdrew from Chad and ties fractured with several Sahelian nations. The accusations leveled by Niger following the events of August 28 and 29 add a delicate layer to this regional realignment. A new chapter opens in Franco-Chadian relations The relationship between France…

13 oct. 2026 Télécharger la grille tarifaireThème Switch to dark mode Switch to light mode JOJ DAKAR 2026 : LE SÉNÉGAL ENTRE DANS LA DERNIÈRE LIGNE DROITE a-la-une 13 oct. 2026 À quelques semaines du coup d’envoi des Jeux olympiques de la jeunesse Dakar 2026, prévu du 31 octobre au 13 novembre, le Sénégal entre dans la phase finale des préparatifs. Selon le chef de l’État, toutes les infrastructures destinées à accueillir la compétition sont désormais achevées, réceptionnées et mises à disposition. Le président de la République appelle le gouvernement,…

On Monday 12 October, Mali’s Minister for Malians Abroad and African Integration, Mossa Ag Attaher, led an official ceremony to hand out funding to 90 socio-economic reintegration projects for returning migrants. The total envelope announced was 121 million CFA francs, averaging between 1 and 2 million per project. Out of 206 applications received, 90 were selected. The state is bankrolling the entire operation through the Special Investment Budget. The sectors highlighted are familiar ones: livestock, market gardening, agriculture, trade, crafts and services. The beneficiaries are spread across Bamako and a…

Joseph Kabila has officially assumed leadership of the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation (FRN), a newly announced political-military platform unveiled in Goma. This move marks a decisive turning point, merging top figures from the AFC-M23 into a single structure and potentially reshaping the balance of power across eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict continue. GOMA, October 13, 2026 — The political and military landscape of eastern DRC has shifted dramatically. On Monday, October 12, former president Joseph Kabila took the helm…

The laying of the foundation stone for a military uniform production facility, announced with a capacity of 1,000 uniforms per day and financed from the own resources of the National Solidarity Fund for the Safeguard of the Fatherland (FSSP), represents a decisive turning point in Niger’s industrial and security strategy. This ceremony signals a major shift toward domestic defense manufacturing, but it also raises pressing questions about whether this breakthrough will truly address the nation’s most urgent needs. As the country grapples with persistent insecurity and many citizens face daily…