In the 1970s, Dakar’s university became a battleground of ideas. While Léopold Sédar Senghor’s vision of Négritude dominated Senegal’s intellectual…
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How exclusive russian ties are shaping the Sahel’s security crisis
The Sahel’s shifting alliances and unmet security promises Moscow has reaffirmed its commitment to providing military support to Mali, Burkina…
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Burkina Faso’s gold for russian wheat: a paradox of sovereignty
The contrast could not be starker. On one side, an official narrative of “reclaimed sovereignty” and an uncompromising stance against…
Read MoreIntriguing note on Wagner defector signals shifting Sahel dynamics
In a move that underscores evolving geopolitical pressures, a classified note from France’s Directorate General of National Police (DGPN) has…
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Uncovering the hidden forces behind Mali’s customs shake-up
Mali’s customs administration: a chessboard of power and strategy In a country where every administrative move can ripple through the…
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Civil rule under Niger’s military rule: the fragile position of ali mahamane laamine zeine
In the shadow of Niger’s military-led transition, the line between trusted collaborator and political suspect can vanish overnight. The case…
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Diplomacy of convenience between Lomé and Ouagadougou
Diplomatic overtures masked by economic pragmatism The recent conferment of the Commander of the Order of the Stallions—the highest honor…
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The Sahel’s military juntas grapple with their own limitations amid rising terror threats
Two years after the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) was established with great fanfare, its veneer of strength is rapidly…
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Escalation in Mali: rebel claims of Anefis capture and fresh attacks near capital
Reports from northern Mali on Saturday, July 4, 2026, detail a significant military escalation around Anefis, a strategically vital town…
Read MoreBurkina Faso adopts Russian in schools amid shifting alliances
The Burkina Faso transitional government has taken a decisive step in reshaping its strategic partnerships by introducing Russian language instruction…
Read MoreBurkina Faso’s shifting security dynamics amid Oumarou Yabré’s absence
The political landscape in Burkina Faso continues to raise questions, particularly regarding the inner workings of its most sensitive decision-making…
Read MoreInternational court urges Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger to reconsider rome statute withdrawal
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued a formal appeal to Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, urging them to reverse…
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