Niger’s strategic arms acquisition from Turkey: unmasking the deferred payment framework

During his official visit to Ankara, General Abdourahamane Tchiani made a significant disclosure, revealing that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan had authorized the provision of military hardware to Niger without requiring

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Russian aerial network in Sahel: how Moscow expands its footprint through hidden logistics

While global attention remains fixed on the visibly deployed paramilitary forces of Africa Corps across the Sahel, a far more covert logistical apparatus is silently taking shape behind the scenes.

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Renewed Benin-China partnership fuels infrastructure drive under president wadagni

With the assumption of office by President Romuald Wadagni, Bénin is embarking on a strategic shift in its development policy. Central to this new era is the revitalisation of the

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Morocco’s economic vulnerability to a hormuz oil shock highlighted in new study

— A comprehensive collective work examines the global repercussions of conflict A recent collective publication, “Hormuz and the Invisible Fractures: the Price of a Distant War,” released by the Policy

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The tenere desert a silent graveyard for migrants fleeing Niger

The Ténéré Desert, stretching across northern Niger, is both a breathtaking expanse of golden dunes and a merciless expanse of death for countless migrants. While global attention often fixates on

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Bénin’s top diplomat concludes extensive west african tour

Bénin’s Minister of Economy and Finance, Romuald Wadagni, has successfully concluded a significant diplomatic circuit across West Africa, culminating in Côte d’Ivoire. This extensive tour previously took him to Nigeria,

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Beyond leaders: Cameroon’s societal complicity in its own challenges

Armand Noutack II: “the true problem of Cameroon isn’t just its leaders, it’s also us” A high school educator and keen political observer, Armand Noutack II, asserts that Cameroonians lack

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Benin makes secondary education free for all girls

Breaking Barriers: Benin’s Bold Move Toward Educational Equality The Government of Benin has taken a landmark step in advancing social inclusion and women’s empowerment. Following the Council of Ministers’ session

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Breakthrough in Benin’s public health: billion cfa fund ends emergency care fees

In a decisive move to address a persistent challenge in public health, President Romuald Wadagni announced the immediate release of a one billion CFA franc allocation on June 3, 2026.

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FMI flags fiscal dominance risks in key African and Asian economies

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a comprehensive analysis examining the independence of central banks across the Middle East, North Africa, Central Asia, and the Caucasus. The findings reveal

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Wadagni’s strategic pivot to Côte d’Ivoire reshapes Bénin’s diplomacy

In a bold diplomatic move following his inauguration, Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni opted for Côte d’Ivoire as the destination for his first official international visit. Beyond mere protocol, the working

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How Morocco’s wealth gap threatens its future prosperity

In the heart of North Africa, Morocco stands at a crossroads. The nation boasts modern infrastructure—high-speed rail networks, state-of-the-art ports, and sprawling renewable energy complexes—that have positioned it as a

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