The recent surge in African satellite launches is driven by several factors, including technological advancements, geopolitical interests, and the growing recognition of space technology’s potential to address critical challenges facing the continent. With lower launch costs and access to international partnerships, more African nations are now able to develop and launch satellites. Senegal’s Read More…
Ukraine has firmly denied accusations that it supplied drones to Tuareg rebels fighting in Mali, a claim that has escalated tensions in the region. These allegations were initially reported by Le Monde, suggesting that Ukrainian drones had been aiding rebel forces battling against the Malian army and Russia-backed mercenaries, specifically the Wagner Group (now renamed Corps Africa). Mali’s milRead More…
Africa’s e-payments landscape is changing fast, fueled by technology, growing mobile use, young populations, and shifting regulations. While cash is still king in many areas, digital payments are quickly catching up. By 2025, Africa’s domestic e-payments market is expected to hit $40 billion in revenue, with an annual growth rate of around 20%. Key Drivers of Growth Mobile-Money Boom: MoRead More…
Chad’s evolving foreign policy under President Mahamat Déby is reshaping its long-standing alliances, as the country deepens its relationship with Russia while continuing to engage with its traditional Western partners, particularly France and the United States. This balancing act comes at a time of increasing anti-Western sentiment across parts of Africa, where Russia has gained influence, espRead More…
Association Tabital Pulaaku Paris IDF – Diaspora EUROPE INFORMATION !!!! Lancement de notre service d’accueil à partir de ce mois d’octobre 2024. Notre équipe vous accueille tous les mardis pour vous informer, orienter et accompagner dans vos démarches et projets. Si vous êtes dans l’un des cas ci-après : Les personnes en attente du titre de séjour Les personnes à la rRead More…
Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Senegal’s youngest elected leader, faces considerable domestic and geopolitical challenges just five months into his presidency. His ascent to power in April 2024, shortly after his release from prison, symbolized hope for Senegal’s youth amid a backdrop of political unrest. However, his administration is under increasing scrutiny, especially following his dissolution of theRead More…
The United States’ recent advocacy for African representation on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), but without veto power, has sparked a strong backlash, notably from former African diplomat Arikana Chihombori-Quao. Chihombori-Quao, who served as the African Union’s ambassador to the U.S., voiced her disapproval by calling the proposal “an insult to 1.4 billion Africans,” arguing that ofRead More…
A seven-story building collapse in Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone, has killed at least 10 people, while rescuers continue to search for more survivors. The collapse, which occurred on Shell New Road in the eastern part of the city, trapped numerous people beneath the rubble. So far, seven individuals have been rescued, but others remain trapped, with some able to communicate their locationsRead More…
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, three West African countries currently under military rule, are set to introduce a new biometric passport in the coming days as part of their move to break away from the regional bloc ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States). This development follows their formation of the Alliance of Sahel States after a series of coups between 2020 and 2023, in which miliRead More…
In a tragic accident in northern Nigeria’s Kaduna state, dozens of Muslim worshippers lost their lives while traveling to celebrate Eid-el-Maulud, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad. The victims were en route to the town of Saminaka when their bus collided with a truck near Lere. According to local officials, the death toll stands at 36, while event organizer Ahmad Dayyabu reported that up to 40 Read More…