Benin government clamps down on smig violations amid wage disputes
The Beninese government has intensified its stance against the persistent underpayment of workers, despite the legal requirement for all employers…
Category: Analysis
Burkina Faso: the digital militia and the erosion of press freedom
In Burkina Faso, the struggle for press freedom has transcended traditional newsrooms and physical reporting, now unfolding across social media…
Analyzing the enduring special relationship between the united states and Morocco
Often described as a “special relationship,” the alliance between Washington and Rabat stands as one of the most enduring and…
Gold mining accountability must improve in Cameroon and DRC
Gold extraction in Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo is drawing attention due to persistent transparency gaps. Despite regulatory…
Uncovering Cameroon’s untapped billions from development loans
Omer Mbadi Special correspondent in Cameroon World Bank African Development Bank Millions in development funds remain idle in Cameroon Despite…
Burkina Faso’s Ibrahim Traoré grapples with the solitude of power
The age-old trap of leadership—where military figures ascending to power confuse rhetorical strength with ground reality—appears to be ensnaring Burkina…
Burkina Faso’s military junta grappling with deep internal divisions
The bold rhetoric from Captain Ibrahim Traoré—”If someone screws up, I’ll crush them without hesitation”—hides a storm of veiled power…
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger bid for 2032 Afcon amid persistent insecurity
Three Sahel nations unite for Afcon 2032 bid The governments of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have submitted a joint…
Gaskindé: the unresolved mystery behind Burkina Faso’s pivotal ambush
The rise of Captain Ibrahim Traoré in Burkina Faso cannot be understood without revisiting a date etched in the nation’s…
Benin prioritises climate resilience and inclusive growth in 2027 budget strategy
The Republic of Benin is advancing its public policy framework by embedding climate resilience, gender equality and regional development into…
Burkina Faso: Traoré’s military ascent sparks debate on legitimacy and governance
The recent statements by Captain Ibrahim Traoré in Burkina Faso have intensified discussions regarding the nature of his leadership and…
Burkina Faso turns to India to sell raw cotton amid industrialization struggles
Facing challenges in processing its own cotton output, Burkina Faso is now looking beyond its traditional markets. Government officials have…