In Burkina Faso, the demarcation between political posturing and the harsh realities on the ground appears to blur with each…
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Bénin: government cracks down on illegal low wages below smig threshold
The government of Bénin has intensified its stance against employers failing to comply with the national minimum wage, set at…
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Burkina Faso under pressure: digital repression and online dissent suppression
In Burkina Faso, the struggle for press freedom has shifted from newsrooms and streets to the digital realm, where dissent…
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Gold mining accountability in Cameroon and drc: experts demand transparency
In both Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo, efforts to regulate the gold mining sector have fallen short, with…
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Burkina Faso: the solitary leadership challenge of captain Ibrahim Traoré
The perils of unchecked authority have long been a recurring theme in the annals of military coups and post-coup governance.…
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Burkina Faso: deepening internal divisions within the military junta
The stern declarations made by Captain Ibrahim Traoré mask a simmering, yet undeniable, power struggle unfolding within Burkina Faso’s military…
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Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger bid for 2032 Africa Cup of Nations amid security concerns
Shared ambition, daunting challenges The Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger governments have formally submitted a joint bid to host the…
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Burkina Faso: the unresolved mystery of Gaskindé’s ambush and its political fallout
How a single attack reshaped Burkina Faso’s political landscape The events of September 26, 2022, remain etched in Burkina Faso’s…
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Benin prioritizes climate and inclusion in 2027 budget strategy
The Republic of Benin has embarked on a transformative journey in public policy modernization with its 2027 budget framework. By…
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Burkina Faso: Ibrahim Traoré’s rise to power and the erosion of democratic norms
The recent statements by Captain Ibrahim Traoré in Burkina Faso have intensified discussions regarding the nature of his leadership and…
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Burkina Faso’s cotton exports to India: a shift in trade or a missed industrial opportunity
Facing stagnation in local processing, Burkina Faso is now eyeing India as a potential buyer for its raw cotton. The…
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Togo’s foreign military presence raises unanswered questions
In any functioning democracy, matters of national defense are inherently shielded from full public scrutiny. Military operations, intelligence activities, and…
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