Sahel Reporter

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

Digital taxes on phones hinder Cameroon’s tech growth

In the race to digital transformation, Cameroon now faces a paradox. While officials tout ambitious plans for digital economy growth and technological innovation, a new policy threatens to undermine these

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Benin and Togo strengthen ties with new cooperation framework

Bénin and Togo forge new cooperation model after Wadagni-Gnassingbé rapprochement On June 3, Bénin’s Presidency described the visit as a “friendship and working tour” marking the start of a fresh

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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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Gabon advances digital regulation talks with Meta amid social media suspension

The future of social media in Gabon took center stage at an international digital regulation conference, where the country’s top media watchdog engaged with Meta representatives to discuss recent platform

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Bénin’s citizen-led governance model earns global recognition for transparency

In a remarkable achievement that has reshaped Africa’s reputation for fiscal responsibility, the Bénin has just secured a historic top spot in the Open Budget Survey. The country now stands

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Political rift in Senegal between Ousmane Sonko and president

The political divide between Ousmane Sonko and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has now reached a critical juncture. During a press briefing in Dakar, the former Prime Minister outlined the reasons

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Strategic return of franco gabonese ties faces global scrutiny

Diplomacy Strategic Return of Franco-Gabonese Ties Faces Global Scrutiny By Editorial Team June 4, 2026 81 No comment Libreville, June 4, 2026 – The upcoming state visit by Gabonese President

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Mass demolitions near Niamey airport to counter jihadist threats in Niger

In Kobontafa, a neighborhood bordering Niger’s international airport in Niamey, residents are hastily dismantling their own homes in anticipation of imminent demolitions. Roofs, doors, and windows are being removed as

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Bamako and World Bank deepen education ties with new funding push

Collaborative efforts to revive Mali’s education sector amid ongoing challenges The Malian government and the World Bank are advancing a fresh partnership to bolster the national education system, which continues

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Gabon: dieudonné minlama warns against hijacking oli gui nguema’s mandate

In a rare public appearance following months of silence, Dieudonné Minlama Mintogo has issued a stark warning to Gabon’s new leadership. Speaking exclusively to the press, the 2016 presidential hopeful

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Mali’s government places bounties on top terrorist leaders

Iyad Ag Ghaly, once a prominent Tuareg insurgent and a former Malian diplomatic figure, now heads the formidable Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), a faction established

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Mali offers significant rewards for top terror leaders amid escalating security crisis

Iyad Ag Ghaly, a former Tuareg rebel and Malian diplomat, currently stands as the head of the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an organization established in 2017. He

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