In the Sahel region, kidnappings have evolved into a structured and highly profitable industry, serving as a primary funding mechanism for armed groups. Among these, Boko Haram stands out as

how Boko Haram funds its insurgency through kidnappings Kidnapping has become a lucrative industry fueling the operations of Boko Haram across Nigeria, Niger, Chad, and Cameroon. This criminal enterprise, which

The detention of prominent political figure Ndiaga Seck has ignited a fresh wave of debate across Senegal. The opposition leader now faces allegations of ‘unnatural acts’ and was formally charged

The Minister of Finance and Budget, Cheikh Diba, led the political phase of the 2025 UEMOA annual review in Dakar on Monday. The session brought together key figures, including the

May 19, 2026 Download pricing grid Switch to dark mode Switch to light mode Sénégal Space Week: Dakar accelerates its tech sovereignty push breaking news May 19, 2026 The Senegal

In a bold stance against rising anti-LGBTQ+ hostility, French Member of the European Parliament Manon Aubry has condemned what she describes as a systematic persecution of homosexual individuals in Senegal.

Key political moment: Ousmane Sonko’s cabinet to address Bénin’s parliament on Friday The Prime Minister of Bénin, Ousmane Sonko, along with his cabinet members, is scheduled to appear before the

With two matches remaining in the Premier League season, Manchester City faces a must-win scenario when they travel to Bournemouth on Tuesday evening. Currently sitting in second place, just two

In Sénégal, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is scheduled to appear before the National Assembly this Friday, May 22, 2026. The head of government will engage with parliamentarians during a dedicated

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko set for parliamentary address on critical national matters On Friday, May 22, 2026, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko will deliver a pivotal address before Senegal’s National Assembly,

The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) has once again demonstrated its operational reach in Mali with a brazen assault on a Chinese-owned mining site in Naréna,

In the heart of Bamako, the air is thick with uncertainty as Mali’s military leadership confronts a dilemma no government should have to face. The resurgence of coordinated assaults by