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NewsLink 2025- 04- 11 First Edition

CSOs in The Gambia demand justice for victims of student massacre during former president Jammeh’s regime Press organizations in Mali denounce the arrest of journalist Alfousseyni Togo by judicial authorities Teacher unions in Cote d’Ivoire suspend strike call to facilitate…

Senegal mourns judicial icon Mamadou Badio Camara

Tributes are pouring in for Mamadou Badio Camara, who passed away Thursday in Dakar. The former Constitutional Council president is hailed for defending democracy by rejecting a third-term bid by ex-President Macky Sall. Camara’s role is seen as pivotal in…

Togo ends extended voter registration in Zone 1

Togo has officially concluded the revision of its electoral roll in Zone 1, covering the Maritime region and Haho prefecture. Originally set for April 7–9, the process was extended by a day following pressure from opposition parties and civil society…

Ivory Coast teachers suspend strike for talks

In Côte d’Ivoire, education unions have suspended their strike to allow fresh negotiations with the government. The decision came after an extraordinary general meeting on Thursday at the Abidjan Technical High School. Unions say the suspension is temporary and depends…

Nigeria warns of major floods in 2025

Nigerian authorities say over 1,200 communities in 30 states face high flood risks this year. The warning follows the release of the 2025 Annual Flood Outlook by the Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation. Minister Joseph Utsev predicted heavy rains…

Liberia on high alert as rabies cases surge

Liberia’s health authorities are raising alarm over a spike in rabies-related incidents following 78 reported dog bite cases in recent weeks. The National Public Health Institute is calling for swift action to curb the spread of the disease, urging communities…