Niger’s military junta under pressure: secret talks and internal dissent
General Abdourahamane Tiani finds himself in a precarious position, grappling with a multifaceted terrorist threat while simultaneously confronting simmering discontent…
English-language news and analysis from Niger — one of West Africa's most strategic nations.
General Abdourahamane Tiani finds himself in a precarious position, grappling with a multifaceted terrorist threat while simultaneously confronting simmering discontent…
As the provisional election results, announced by the National Independent Electoral Commission (CENA), herald a new day, Benin embarks on…
In the shadow of headlines about mass abductions in Nigeria’s northeast, the voices of survivors often fade into silence. Aisha,…
“Predictable polls,” “no surprises in the ballot boxes,” “incumbents claiming victory in the first round.” These phrases dominated discussions about…
Across Africa in 2025, presidential elections followed a predictable script: early-stage opposition lockouts, suspense-free ballots, and first-round victories for incumbents.…
The 2025 presidential elections across Africa have been anything but ordinary. Instead of suspenseful races, many contests were predetermined before…
With polls now closed in Benin’s presidential election on Sunday, April 12, 2026, the West African nation has defied widespread…
Cotonou, Benin — The nation of Benin holds its breath, but in a climate of remarkable calm. As of 7:00…
As of 7:00 this morning, over 17,000 polling stations across the entire national territory have commenced operations. Approximately 8 million…
Far from succumbing to regional anxieties, Benin is strategically transforming its security challenges into a unique avenue for national modernization.…
The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), identified as the primary armed faction linked to Al-Qaeda in…
A recent surge in terrorist activity has once again rocked the Tahoua region of Niger, with a specific focus on…