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Faure Gnassingbé et la quête de pérennité au Togo Après plus de vingt années à la tête du Togo, Faure Gnassingbé doit résoudre une équation de plus en plus complexe : comment se maintenir au pouvoir alors que la confiance populaire ne suffit plus à asseoir sa légitimité ? Depuis son accession à la magistrature suprême en 2005, le président togolais a surmonté plusieurs crises politiques, des scrutins vivement contestés et de nombreuses mobilisations de l’opposition. Au fil du temps, les reproches n’ont pas seulement visé les résultats électoraux, mais…

The legal complaint filed against Ousmane Sonko over his remarks concerning the holy city of Touba remains in force. This was confirmed on Tuesday by Serigne Makhtar Bousso, spokesperson for the complainants, who was heard as part of the investigation. The case stems from a request submitted to the public prosecutor on 14 July 2026 by Serigne Modou Maroun Niang and Serigne Mourtalla Bousso. The two plaintiffs, who identify themselves as grandsons of Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba, accuse the president of the National Assembly of making inappropriate statements during the inauguration…

Le Forum international du développement durable (FIDD) 2026 mettra l’accent sur les financements verts, les crédits carbone, l’innovation et les opportunités d’affaires. Cette annonce a été faite lors de la conférence de presse de lancement, tenue le mardi 8 septembre 2026 à Cocody, animée par Tra Bi Michael, commissaire général du Forum. L’événement, prévu les 13 et 14 octobre 2026 à la CGECI, au Plateau, rassemblera plus de 3 000 participants, une vingtaine d’experts et des représentants de plusieurs pays. Le thème choisi est « Développement Durable, Innovation et Compétitivité…

As the United Nations Human Rights Council convenes its 63rd session in Geneva this week, activists are drawing attention to the ongoing human rights crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where abuses continue unabated and perpetrators enjoy near-total impunity. In the eastern part of the country, civilians remain the primary targets of numerous violations, including drone strikes. Meanwhile, in the west, rights groups are sounding the alarm over arbitrary arrests and secret detentions. Documented abuses, but few prosecutions Human rights organizations describe the situation in the DRC as deeply…

Since September 2025, the fuel convoy blockade imposed by JNIM has turned Mali’s supply routes into veritable front lines. In Bamako and cities across the interior, the shortage has driven up transport costs, disrupted electricity, paralysed economic activity, and hampered essential services. One year on, this strategy of economic suffocation has thrown into sharp relief a major weakness of the military government: its inability to secure the country’s vital arteries. An economic weapon, not just a road blockade On 7 September 2025, Abou Houzeïfa Bina Diarra appeared in a video…

In a special session of the National Assembly on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, Prime Minister Ahmadou Alhaminou Mohamed Lo delivered his general policy statement under Article 55 of the Constitution, just over three months after his appointment by President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye on 25 May 2026, and his government’s formation on 1 June. Having served as Secretary-General of the Government and then Minister of State for the Sénégal 2050 Agenda, the head of government immediately embraced the legacy of his predecessor, Ousmane Sonko, who has since become President of…

Kpalimé’s bustling Château market, in Kloto 1 commune, turned into a scene of chaos and loss on the night of September 6, 2026. A fire, which broke out shortly after midnight, ripped through the trading hub, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Fortunately, no lives were lost, but the material toll on traders has been severe. The night the flames took over The fire started in the market’s recasement zone, a section known for its tightly packed wooden stalls and highly flammable goods. Within minutes, the fire had…

Dakar, July 2026 – In his General Policy Statement delivered to the National Assembly this Tuesday, Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô set the tone from the outset: continuity. The head of government anchored his entire roadmap within the national framework ‘Sénégal 2050’, underscoring his commitment to follow the path already charted by the executive, rather than steering a new course for state action. Before the deputies, Al Aminou Lô sought to quell any speculation about a possible shift in public policy following his appointment as Prime Minister. His message…

Everything you need to know about the UEFA Champions League clash between SSC Napoli and Arsenal, set for Wednesday evening at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. We break down the weekend league results, the current form of both sides, and the key storylines ahead of this blockbuster fixture. Napoli vs Arsenal: match details The action gets underway on 9 September 2026 at 19:00 GMT (15:00 EST / 20:00 BST / 21:00 SAST) in Naples. European showdown under the Neapolitan lights SSC Napoli return to their home ground to welcome English…

The quiet that has returned to Niamey’s streets should not deceive anyone. The battle is over, but the political war has only just begun. In the night of 28 to 29 August, Nigerian soldiers attempted to overthrow the regime of General Abdourahamane Tiani. The attack, launched notably by troops from units engaged on various fronts across the country, targeted strategic installations in the capital, including Air Base 101 and areas near the presidential palace. For several hours, the government tottered. To save it, Tiani had to call on his Russian…