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The Gambia 2026 – Young voices Take Centre Stage The year is 2025, and the race to The Gambia’s 2026 presidential election is heating up. But this time, the momentum isn’t just with the old guard. Young voices are rising.…
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University of Education, The Gambia Visits WADR on Study Tour to Senegal
A delegation from the University of Education, The Gambia (UEG), recently embarked on a study tour to West Africa Democracy Radio (WADR) in Dakar, Senegal, as part of an insightful visit to the country. The group included students, staff, and…
Benin Opposition FCBE Unveils 2026 Presidential Ticket – Analyst Shares Ins
In Benin, the political atmosphere is already heating up ahead of the 2026 presidential election. The Cowry Forces for an Emerging Benin, widely known by its French acronym, FCBE, has officially presented its presidential ticket. As the country’s leading opposition…
Beyond the Anniversary: Guinea’s Transition and the December Elections
We now turn to Guinea, which this week marked its 67th Independence Anniversary—a moment of reflection for a nation still navigating a delicate political transition. On the eve of the celebrations, Transitional President General Mamady Doumbouya delivered a nationally broadcast…
Nigeria’s Busola Shogbamimu Champions Rights Of Senior Citizens
Today, we shine the spotlight on Busola Shogbamimu, a trailblazer, accomplished academic, and an inspiration for young African women. She is a human rights consultant, advocate for senior citizens, and founder of Naija Seniors, an organization dedicated to promoting the…
INTERVIEW – The Rise and Influence of Media Clergy
The media, also known as the “Fourth Estate,” holds power to inform, educate, and hold leaders accountable. However, in many societies, this power has evolved into something akin to a media clergy—an elite group of journalists, leaders of religious bodies,…
REPORT – Traders Count Losses as Lagos Trade Fair Demolitions Spark Outcry
In Nigeria, demolitions at the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex have left hundreds of traders counting their losses and sparked strong criticism from rights groups. The exercise, led by the Lagos State Government, is raising concerns not only about livelihoods…
INTERVIEW – Entreprenuer Innovates Tailor-Made Financial solution for Underserved women
This edition on Innovation, we spotlight a young Kenyan female entrepreneur, Janet Uchele, who is passionate about making an impact by providing tailor-made financial solutions to women and youths to access financial credit without huge collateral, in order to cater…
Ghana and the deportation agreement with the US Government
In Ghana, a heated debate is brewing between Parliament and the Executive. Minority Members of Parliament are demanding the suspension of a deportation agreement with the United States, citing growing concerns over its implications for Ghanaian citizens at home and…
Africa Food Systems Forum 2025 – Experts explore major highlights and outcomes
In September, Senegal hosted a landmark event shaping the future of agriculture in Africa: the Africa Food Systems Forum 2025, held from August 31 to September 5 at the Centre International de Conference Abdou Diouf in Diamniadio, Senegal. This summit…
Nigeria not ready for State Police – Security Expert
As insecurity continues to challenge Nigeria, the debate over establishing state police has gained new momentum. Security experts are divided: supporters say decentralizing policing will improve local response, community trust, and ease the burden on the overstretched federal force. Others,…
What Does It Mean to Be Old? — Dame Marian Akintola Reflects
For some, old age is marked by grey hair and slowing steps; for others, it’s about wisdom, resilience, and the quiet dignity of experience. In a recent conversation, 80-year-old Dame Marian Akintola described what it means to grow old —…
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