Category: Analyses
Gaskindé: the unresolved mystery behind Burkina Faso’s military tragedy
The fateful events of September 26, 2022, in the northern Burkinabè village of Gaskindé continue to cast a long shadow over the country’s political and military landscape. On that day,
Read MoreSomdia exits Sosucam: hidden realities behind Cameroon sugar sector exit
The abrupt withdrawal of Somdia from the Cameroonian sugar industry, despite prior commitments to the President of the Republic, reveals deeper financial and political maneuvers. Behind the curtain of alleged
Read MoreBenin prioritises climate and inclusion in 2027 budget strategy
Benin has taken a decisive step toward modernising its public policies with the 2027 budget framework, placing climate resilience, gender equality, and regional disparities at the core of fiscal planning.
Read MoreBurkina Faso: Ibrahim Traoré’s rise to power by force and its consequences
The military takeover and its implications In Burkina Faso, each public statement by Captain Ibrahim Traoré deepens the debate surrounding the nature of his authority and the political trajectory of
Read MoreCoton burkinabè seeks new horizons in Indian market amid industrial stagnation
The landlocked Burkina Faso, a key player in West African cotton production, is turning its gaze eastward in an attempt to break free from its long-standing reliance on raw material
Read MoreCameroon’s extended presidential absence: legal reality vs public perception
Political analysis Cameroon’s extended presidential absence: legal reality vs public perception Editorial Team |July 21, 2026|3 min read AAA Summarize Listen Comment In a Monday political editorial aired on Radio
Read MoreRussian mercenaries in Mali: why lower casualties than malian troops
The presence of Russian paramilitaries in Mali, operating under the Africa Corps banner, has raised questions about their significantly lower casualties compared to Malian armed forces during jihadist attacks. Analysts
Read MoreTogo faces scrutiny over foreign military presence amid governance concerns
The presence of foreign military personnel on Togolese soil has sparked growing questions, as authorities remain tight-lipped about their exact roles and the terms of their deployment. Observers have noted
Read MoreBurkina Faso’s security dilemma: a nation’s shifting priorities
There was a period when Burkina Faso garnered more attention for its stability than for its misfortunes. This era, however, was not without its detractors. Blaise Compaoré faced accusations of
Read MoreSenegal’s debt management under political pressure
The issue of Senegal’s public debt has evolved beyond mere accounting. Today, it sits at the crossroads of a critical political dilemma: the long-term vision of financial markets clashes with
Read MoreSenegal’s debt management faces political and economic challenges
Navigating Senegal’s Debt Crisis: Political Timelines vs. Economic Realities Every leader faces tough choices—some popular, others not—but ultimately, sound decisions must be made regardless of short-term political winds. This dilemma
Read MoreEscalating violence in northern Mali raises questions over africa corps effectiveness
The latest large-scale attack in northern Mali has resulted in the deaths of at least 50 soldiers, according to multiple verified accounts. The assault, carried out by independentist fighters alongside
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