•Calls intensify for peace in Senegal amid growing political tensions ahead of the November, 17, parliamentary elections.

•Malian Authorities investigate the Secretary General of the Prison Guards’ Union for attempts to destabilize the country.

•BURKINA FASO reflects on ten years of a popular uprising against former President Blaise Compaoré.

•And, a new WACSI report says democracy in West Africa faces an existential threat.