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EasyJet Expands to West Africa with Low-Cost Flights to Cape Verde

EasyJet will introduce its first low-cost flights from Portugal to Cape Verde, marking a notable expansion into West Africa starting October 29th. The inaugural flight...

Faye Leads Senegal Away from French Influence

Bassirou Diomaye Faye, having just assumed the presidency in Senegal, immediately set a bold agenda to reduce French influence, a testament to his campaign promises. His initial move to replace French with Arabic as the...

Niamey’s New Allies: Russian Flags and Regional Realignments

In Niamey, the capital of Niger, a significant display of Russian flags at 15 roundabouts signals shifting geopolitical winds. This move coincides with the emergence...

Debt Challenges in Lusophone Africa And Beyond

External borrowing serves as a pivotal resource for fostering growth and addressing financial shortfalls. However,...

Senegal’s Path to Autonomy

A new era emerges in Senegal as the government pursues full independence, threatening the European Union's privileges, including in...

Addressing Africa’s $66 Billion Resource Debt Challenge

Recently, AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina criticized resource-backed loans for burdening African nations with unclear, risky debts. Adesina criticizes these loans for their lack of transparency...

Shifting Alliances in the Sahel: A New Approach to Regional Security

In response to the escalating terrorism in the Sahel, African leaders convened at a recent summit to advocate for...

Gnassingbé’s Grip: Togo’s Controversial Constitutional Change

In West Africa's Togo, a significant political transformation is underway, spearheaded by President Faure Gnassingbé. Since rising to power in...

Cabo Verde’s Economic Resurgence: A Tale of Growth and Stability

In early 2024, Cape Verde's economy brightened with an 11% rise in the Tourist...

Niger Embraces Russia in a Strategic Shift from Western Alliances

Niger is advancing its autonomy in foreign policy by integrating Russian military trainers, marking a...

Cabo Verde’s Planned Digital Bridge to Brazil

Cape Verde sent a 15-person delegation to the Web Summit in Rio de Janeiro to enhance remote work collaborations...