Sahel Reporter

On-the-ground reporting, analysis and editorial independence from across the Sahel region.

Details emerge on the JNIM assault at Niamey airport in Niger

Security concerns rise after deadly raid on Niger’s capital airport The strategic landscape in Niger has been shaken by a violent offensive targeting the international airport in Niamey. This bold

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Cameroon suspends BESC for Chad and car transit on Douala corridors

A highly anticipated measure for regional operators has finally come to fruition. Cameroon’s National Shippers’ Council (CNCC) has officially suspended, until further notice, the mandatory Electronic Cargo Tracking Note (BESC)

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Sénégal : Bassirou Diomaye Faye et Ousmane Sonko, au

Publié aujourd’hui à 09h55 Lecture : 7 minutes. Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Marwane Ben Yahmed Directeur de publication de Jeune Afrique

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World bank pumps $160 million into Chad’s water and climate resilience

World Bank pumps $160 million into Chad’s water and climate resilience The World Bank is stepping up its commitment to Chad by allocating a $160 million grant to bolster water

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Coupe du monde 2026 : les résultats de la nuit et ce qu’il faut retenir de la onzième journée des sélections européennes

Société Sport Actualité Coupe du monde 2026 : le baromètre européen Coupe du monde 2026 : les résultats de la nuit et ce qu’il faut retenir de la onzième journée des

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Niger Benin border reopening hinges on defense and security pacts

Niger sets conditions for reopening border with Benin Niamey has laid out strict prerequisites for resuming cross-border activities with its western neighbor, the Benin Republic. On June 20, officials in

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N’Djamena to host 2026 music festival for national unity

N’Djamena to host 2026 music festival for national unity The city of N’Djamena is set to host the 2026 edition of the Music Day celebration, themed “Music as a catalyst

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Congolese bishops stand firm against constitutional changes proposed by Tshisekedi

The National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) has voiced a strong rejection of President Félix Tshisekedi’s initiative to modify the national constitution. These religious leaders argue that such a move

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Côte d’Ivoire strengthens blue economy ties with Mauritius and Seychelles

Abidjan, June 22, 2026 – Côte d’Ivoire is actively enhancing its South-South collaboration in the vital blue economy sector. This push follows a productive working mission undertaken by Sidi Tiémoko

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Nouvelle-Zélande – Egypte (1-3): première victoire de leur histoire pour les Pharaons en Coupe du monde!

Accueil Sport Football – Coupe du Monde 2026 Nouvelle-Zélande – Egypte (1-3): première victoire de leur histoire pour les Pharaons en Coupe du monde! FIFA Coupe du monde 2026 Plus

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Tchad’s 2026 Grand Prix: new funding boosts national horse racing

The President of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, reaffirmed his commitment to developing the country’s horse racing sector during the Grand Prix de la République held at the Afrouk racetrack,

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Cenco opposes constitutional changes in the drc as tshisekedi faces pressure

The movement against the proposed constitutional overhaul in the République démocratique du Congo (RDC) has gained a formidable ally. The Conférence épiscopale nationale du Congo (CENCO) has issued a stern

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