Sahel Reporter

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

Morocco’s king leaves unanswered questions about 27-year reign accountability

Key takeaways from the 2026 Royal Address: claims of stability and lingering questions on accountability King Mohammed VI’s address marking his 27th year on the throne delivered a carefully crafted

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Young bosnian midfielder set to shatter bundesliga transfer record

From Leverkusen’s reserves to a record-breaking deal Bayer Leverkusen is preparing for a historic moment. The club is on the verge of finalizing a transfer that will rewrite the Bundesliga

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Boko Haram’s AI-powered operations reveal new terror threat

crisis situation • future warfare • strategy • terrorism Boko Haram turns to AI to enhance operational capabilities Field investigation Exclusive field research reveals how the Boko Haram insurgency is

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Senegal’s constitutional reform amid Pastef political schism

Senegal’s constitutional reform amid Pastef political schism Madièye MBODJ, a prominent Vice-President within Pastef-Les Patriotes, offers a critical analysis of Senegal’s ongoing constitutional revision process. This examination unfolds against the

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Royal throne speech outlines Morocco’s economic resilience strategy

royal throne speech outlines Morocco’s economic resilience strategy The annual throne speech delivered by His Majesty King Mohammed VI on the 27th anniversary of His accession to the throne of

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King mohammed vi’s vision for african health independence

Under the visionary leadership of King Mohammed VI, Morocco is actively shaping a new era of African medical sovereignty. This strategic direction aims to empower the continent to achieve greater

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Niger’s chemical dependency on russian fertilizers: a new form of geopolitical control

Niger’s apparent sovereignty hides a deeper reliance on foreign fertilizers The Nigerien government has made headlines with its bold push for full national sovereignty, severing long-standing ties with Western partners

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Benin senate begins operations with high hopes and scrutiny

PoliticsBénin Bénin’s Senate convenes for first session amid expectations and challenges July 30, 202630 July 2026 Bénin’s newly established Senate, the second chamber of parliament, officially begins operations on July

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DRC’s C64 opposition holds firm against constitutional overhaul

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the C64 opposition coalition continues to exert significant pressure against the proposed constitutional revision spearheaded by the presidential camp. From Kinshasa, leaders of the

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Bénin’s senate takes its seat, completing the bicameral system

The Béninese Senate convenes its inaugural session this Thursday in Porto-Novo, officially ushering the nation into a bicameral parliamentary system. This newly established legislative chamber, a direct outcome of a

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Cameroun renforce sa préparation aux épidémies avec un financement de 23,5 millions de dollars

Le gouvernement camerounais a officiellement lancé le Pandemic Fund, un mécanisme international créé pour aider les États à mieux anticiper les risques sanitaires majeurs. La cérémonie s’est tenue sous la

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Burkina Faso tightens media grip, canal+ faces hefty fine

Under the guise of asserting broadcasting sovereignty and safeguarding consumer rights, Burkina Faso’s authorities have significantly escalated their control over the public information sphere. The unprecedented 200 million FCFA penalty

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