Sahel Reporter

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

Sénégal’s opposition calls for ousmane sonko’s removal from national assembly

The opposition coalition, operating under the banner of the Front for the Defense of Democracy and the Republic (FDR), has formally requested the removal of Ousmane Sonko from Sénégal’s National

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France team’s world cup warm-up matches: ten unforgettable clashes

France team’s world cup warm-up matches: ten unforgettable clashes With the World Cup just around the corner, the French national team faces Côte d’Ivoire and Northern Ireland in final preparation.

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Wadagni’s Sahel diplomatic initiative: a new approach for regional stability

Accueil Bénin Wadagni’s Sahel diplomatic initiative: a new approach for regional stability Bénin Politique Wadagni’s Sahel diplomatic initiative: a new approach for regional stability Par Expert Reporter – 4 juin

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Cameroon’s extended national census faces mounting criticism over operational failures

Cameroon’s fourth national census is encountering significant operational challenges. Initially slated for completion on May 29, the critical population and housing enumeration exercise has been extended by two months through

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Niger and Algeria forge deeper energy ties with new cooperation agreements

Niger and Algeria have marked a significant advancement in their energy collaboration by formalizing three new cooperation agreements. This pivotal signing, which took place within the framework of bilateral discussions

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Bénin’s cultural renaissance: igniting the fourth economic pillar by 2035

As a distinguished expert consultant on cultural heritage and President of TOWARA-BENIN, the sole Béninese NGO accredited by UNESCO, with a background in Finance and Management Control from the University

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Algeria inaugurates power plant near Niamey, boosting Niger’s energy security

A landmark Algerian-Nigerien solidarity power plant has officially opened in Gorou Banda, a key area on the outskirts of Niamey. The inauguration ceremony saw the participation of Nigerien Prime Minister

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Shocking evidence in martinez zogo murder trial

Landmark sessions unfolded at the Yaoundé Military Tribunal on June 1 and 2, 2026, delivering a turning point in the murder investigation of journalist Martinez Zogo. The prosecution’s case gained

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Burundi urges global action as violence persists in eastern DRC, Washington accord falters

Échange entre Édouard Bizimana et Floribert Anzuluni Sécurité Thursday 4 June 2026 – 07:17 Burundi, currently holding the African Union presidency and a key witness to the Washington Peace Accord

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The Sahel’s escalating humanitarian crisis: 24 million in urgent need

While global attention remains largely fixed on conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, a profound humanitarian emergency continues to deepen across the Sahel, largely unnoticed. This extensive region is

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President Oligui Nguema outlines performance objectives for Gabon’s new tax leadership

On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, President of the Republic, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, held a significant meeting with the newly appointed Director General of Taxes, Edith Laure Mbiguidi Oyaya. She

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Half-hearted opposition in DRC: a silent message to the government

Kinshasa’s muted protest: what the opposition’s partial success really signals The so-called “ville morte” in Kinshasa this past Wednesday, June 3rd, did not bring the capital to a complete standstill.

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