The Burkina Faso transitional government under Captain Ibrahim Traoré has reached a critical juncture. The once-celebrated leader of the junta…
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Kemi Seba and the misuse of pan-africanism amid legal challenges
In the confines of a high-security cell at the Pretoria prison, Kemi Seba continues to shape his political narrative. His…
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Diplomacy in Niamey: official posturing with madrid vs underlying crises
The presidential palace in Niamey presented its customary ceremonial grandeur as General Abdourahmane Tiani welcomed Spain’s Ambassador to Niger, Gloria…
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Mali’s military tech illusion: why advanced weapons fail without strategy
Investing in cutting-edge weaponry has done little to shift the tide of conflict in Mali. Despite the acquisition of drones,…
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Niger opens one-month livestock export window to Algeria amid regional tensions
In a West African landscape already strained by deepening geopolitical rifts, the recent commercial decisions made by Niger’s transitional authorities…
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Kaliningrad’s isolation grows as NATO tightens its grip
Once a formidable military bastion for Moscow at the heart of Europe, the Russian territory of Kaliningrad now faces an…
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Togo’s visa exemption: a strategic move with hidden restrictions
The announcement by Lomé regarding the elimination of entry visa requirements for all African nationals has been presented as a…
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Lomé’s delicate balancing act in the shadow of Paris and Moscow rivalry
Lomé has quietly emerged as the latest battleground in a high-stakes geopolitical rivalry, where Paris and Moscow compete for influence…
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How Boko Haram funds its insurgency through kidnappings
How Boko Haram leverages kidnappings to sustain its insurgency across West Africa The Sahel region, particularly the Lake Chad basin,…
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Is Faso Mêbo a patriotic push or a hidden tax burden in Burkina Faso?
Voluntary contributions are gathering pace under Burkina Faso’s Faso Mêbo initiative, with officials proudly announcing over 261 million FCFA collected…
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Uncovering Russia’s shifting strategy in northern Mali amid Kidal tensions
The Africa Corps’ latest publication has sent shockwaves through Bamako’s political circles, revealing far more than mere military posturing. Beneath…
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The waning of Russian influence in Africa: a strategic reassessment
Following a decade of rapid expansion, characterized by the deployment of mercenary forces, widespread disinformation campaigns, and an overtly anti-Western…
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