A US-trained economist who appears to be an almost immovable cornerstone of Ivory Coast’s political life, President Alassane Ouattara is the favourite to win a fourth term in Saturday’s presidential election.For his admirers, he spells stability and is their natural leader.His detractors accuse him of ruling the country with an iron fist and of choosing …
Growing up in southern Nigeria during the 1970s, Bubaraye Dakolo would easily catch 20 kilograms of fish within minutes. These days, a fisherman casts nets all night, only to bring back just about three kilograms.Now Dakolo, the monarch of Ekpetiama, a kingdom in the southern coastal state of Bayelsa, a custodian of peace and tradition and …
Touting himself as the prime mover behind the transformation of Ivory Coast’s economy over 14 years in office, Alassane Ouattara hopes that revamp can help secure him a fourth presidential term Saturday.Ouattara, 83, came to power in the world’s biggest cocoa producer on the back of a political and military crisis but strong growth and investment since …
Since 2020, when suspected jihadists attacked the Kafolo military camp in northeastern Ivory Coast, the army has maintained a powerful presence in the region — and now fresh threats are looming, residents warn.A detailed AFP tour of the region revealed that the military has succeeded in limiting incursions by militant fighters operating from Burkina Faso, …
Islamist militants still severely impact large swathes of Burkina Faso and Mali, imposing roadblocks, launching attacks and cutting off supply lines as they expand their decade-long presence, according to residents’ testimonies.Several towns in central and northern Burkina Faso are currently under blockade by jihadists and army supply lines are regularly targeted.The town of Arbinda has …
In the Sahel, no reprieve under jihadist blockadeMon, 20 Oct 2025 05:38:38 GMT Read More »
Kenya’s long-time opposition leader Raila Odinga was buried in a state funeral in the west of the country on Sunday after days of commemorations attended by tens of thousands.Odinga died aged 80 on Wednesday in India, sparking an outpouring of grief for a politician who spent years fighting for democracy during the autocratic rule of …
Kenya buries long-time opposition leader Raila OdingaSun, 19 Oct 2025 18:46:18 GMT Read More »
In the Ivory Coast town of Daloa, tales like Marie Godo’s of dreams shattered overseas are common.The small town in the centre of the west African country is well known as a transit point for Ivorians looking to migrate. For Godo, her failed attempt in Tunisia brought shame, but ended with her back in Daloa with …
Ivory Coast ‘returnees’ rebuild lives at homeSun, 19 Oct 2025 06:26:20 GMT Read More »
Nigerian authorities on Saturday denied that more than a dozen officers had been arrested over a coup plot, pushing back on local media reports.The west African country has seen several military takeovers in its history and spent much of the 20th century under junta rule since its independence from Britain.A fresh coup would turn back …
Nigeria denies officers arrested over coup plotSat, 18 Oct 2025 20:08:26 GMT Read More »
Danish coach Jess Thorup made a winning debut in the CAF Champions League on Saturday when his Al Ahly side won 1-0 at Aigle Noir of Burundi in Bujumbura in their qualifier first leg.An own goal decided the second-round game in east Africa as Kanyamukenge Iragi deflected a Mohamed Hany cross into his own net …
Danish coach Thorup makes winning African debut with AhlySat, 18 Oct 2025 19:52:00 GMT Read More »
Migrants and rights activists protested in Rome Saturday against Italy’s migrant deal with Libya, a day after some 20 people were feared dead in the latest boat wreck in the Mediterranean.Under a controversial 2017 deal renewed under Prime Minister Georgia Meloni’s hard-right government, Italy funds and trains the Libyan coastguard.In return, Libya is expected to …
Protest hits Rome over Libya migrant deal after boat wreckSat, 18 Oct 2025 18:17:32 GMT Read More »
