World Radio Day, celebrated on February 13, honours radio’s pivotal role in raising awareness and advancing social progress. Recognized by UNESCO and adopted by the UN General Assembly, the day celebrates radio as a vital medium for international cooperation. The…

In Senegal, the Court of Auditors’ recent report on public finances has sparked a public debate. The audit, which covers the period from 2019 to 2024, highlights major budgetary irregularities, especially during the final term of former President Macky Sall.…

Senegal is seeing reactions after the Court of Auditors published its report on public finances. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko had earlier pointed out the catastrophic state of the economy inherited by the current government, mentioning a 1,000 billion CFA francs…

Damana Pickass, a member of the opposition Party PPACI, and his co-defendants have been sentenced to 10 years in prison by the Abidjan Court of First Instance. The charges included attacks on state security and criminal conspiracy. The public prosecutor…

Côte d’Ivoire is set to officially transfer the 43rd Marine Infantry Battalion (BIMA) to its Armed Forces on February 20, 2025. This transfer marks part of the organized withdrawal of French forces from the country. Renovation work at the camp…

Teachers in Mali have been on strike for three weeks, demanding the payment of a promised research bonus dating back to 2017. Despite ongoing discussions with the government, no significant progress has been made, leaving students worried about their academic…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced plans for a nationwide strike starting March 1, 2025, in protest against a 50% increase in telecom tariffs. This comes despite a government directive to delay the hike for two weeks pending a…

Residents of Madina Town in Grand Cape Mount County are in fear as a wild baboon wreaks havoc in the community. The aggressive animal has attacked several people in recent days, escalating concerns and panic. One victim, Joe Armstrong, suffered…

The Gambia’s Inspector General of Police has pledged to tackle growing concerns over the force’s ability to protect lives and property. His statement follows a major police operation that led to the arrest of an armed robbery gang. Recent weeks…

The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) and Bond UK have launched a report addressing key challenges faced by civil society organizations in sustaining their programs. Titled “FCDO Engagement Report on Shaping the Future of Centrally Managed Civil Society and…

Burkina Faso has launched an initiative to gather archives, documents, and artifacts related to Thomas Sankara for display in a museum under construction at his memorial site. The presidency has already contributed several items, reinforcing its commitment to preserving the…