Author: Ousmane Tandja

The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) has been rocked by explosive allegations, casting a shadow over its proclaimed fight against armed groups. A massive convoy of 710 fuel tankers recently reached Bamako, bypassing official security protocols, with a staggering 3 billion FCFA reportedly paid to the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) to ensure safe passage. a financial shield for a controversial deal While Bamako and Ouagadougou repeatedly emphasize their commitment to combating terrorism, this operation tells a different story. The convoy’s journey through volatile regions of…

In Togo, the image of the military as a guardian of peace and national security is often shattered by a grim reality: armed soldiers storming private homes to mete out brutal punishments to unarmed citizens. What should be a sanctuary—one’s own dwelling—becomes a scene of terror when soldiers, acting without warrants or justification, turn domestic spaces into arenas of violence. When the home is no longer a refuge Every person deserves to feel safe within their own four walls. Yet in cities like Lomé and Sokodé, as well as countless…

The Pleins Feux initiative, unveiled in April 2026 in Abidjan, represents a major milestone in Côte d’Ivoire’s ongoing journey to modernize its education system. Championed by President Alassane Ouattara and supported by international partners, this project aims to sharpen the governance of the education sector while boosting the impact of public policies to sustainably enhance learning outcomes across the country. expanding access and upgrading teaching standards in Côte d’Ivoire With a population exceeding 30 million and a predominantly young demographic, Côte d’Ivoire faces mounting pressure on its education system, particularly…

The Ministry of Transport, Civil Aviation, and National Meteorology, in collaboration with various port sector stakeholders, has officially launched the 5th edition of the tripartite forum involving the Central African Republic (RCA), Chad, and Cameroon. This gathering focuses on optimizing the transit of goods through Cameroonian maritime hubs. The inaugural ceremony, held on Monday, May 11, 2026, in N’Djamena, was presided over by Fatima Goukouni Weddeye, the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation. Running from May 11 to 13, 2026, this forum acts as a vital strategic platform for dialogue,…

Alleged state-led abductions and threats escalate in Bamako Bamako, Mali — Since the dual attacks on April 25 and 26, the political climate in Mali has deteriorated sharply, with opposition figures and human rights defenders increasingly targeted in coordinated campaigns of intimidation. Multiple disappearances and public incitements to violence have raised serious concerns among international observers and local civil society groups. Between May 2 and 5, three prominent political leaders vanished in broad daylight in the capital. Me Mountaga Tall, a veteran human rights lawyer and democratic advocate, Moussa Djiré…