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  Professional Military Education Institutions in Africa 30/09/2025

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  This article highlights the role of Professional Military Education (PME) institutions in fostering professional, apolitical African armies committed ...

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  Country : Burkina Faso , Chad , Mali , Mauritania , Niger , Nigeria , Ivory Coste , Guinea

  Organizations : Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS)
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NGO / Association report / Governance, Security and human rights,
Professional Military Education Institutions in Africa 30/09/2025
Summary :
This article highlights the role of Professional Military Education (PME) institutions in fostering professional, apolitical African armies committed to constitutional defense and democratic governance. The urgency to strengthen PME has grown amid rising military politicization and a wave of coups since 2020 (Burkina Faso, Chad, Guinea, Mali, Sudan). Africa hosts over 118 military schools, including War Colleges, Staff Colleges, and Military Academies across the continent. However, the mere existence of these institutions does not guarantee stronger professionalism: their impact depends on curriculum quality, democratic values integration, and robust civil-military relations. Surveys show young African officers hold strong ideals of public service, but these must be reinforced by tailored, context-sensitive training. The article stresses that not all countries require costly war colleges; regional cooperation can fill gaps. Strengthening PME is presented as a key step to professionalize African militaries and support democratic transitions.
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Politics, Political party, Power, State, Natural ressources, Security, Conflict, Gold, Human security, Threat
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Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS)
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• Policy brief / Governance,

  Islamic Donors in the Sahel: History, Developments, and New Strategic Orientations 01/09/2025

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  This report examines the evolution of Islamic donors in the Sahel, from their historical roots to their recent strategic shifts. Initially framed by S...

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  Country : Burkina Faso , Mali , Mauritania , Niger , Senegal , Benin , Guinea , Sierra Leone , Cape Verde

  Organizations : IRD, ICE, PASAS
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Policy brief / Governance,
Islamic Donors in the Sahel: History, Developments, and New Strategic Orientations 01/09/2025
Summary :
This report examines the evolution of Islamic donors in the Sahel, from their historical roots to their recent strategic shifts. Initially framed by South-South solidarity and the oil shocks of the 1970s, Gulf donors gradually expanded their influence through religious and private aid, notably via Islamic NGOs and non-profit organizations. The study highlights the privatization of aid, the emergence of a “Muslim humanitarianism,” and the growing role of Salafist NGOs in social work, especially in Senegal. These actors, perceived as close to communities, provide assistance considered accessible and effective, while challenging traditional Western cooperation models. Their strategies include delegitimizing classical partners and reshaping local socio-political dynamics. The report concludes that international agencies must adapt, build partnerships with legitimate Islamic actors, and integrate local cultural and religious contexts to enhance peacebuilding and sustainable development in the region.
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Politics, Political party, State, Economic Development, Natural ressources, Donor, Gold, Social, Aid, Civil Society
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IRD, ICE, PASAS
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• Podcast / Governance,

  In Cameroon, an Absurd Candidacy and Scenarios That Are No Laughing Matter 29/07/2025

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  The podcast examines the candidacy of Paul Biya, 92, for an eighth presidential term in Cameroon, calling it absurd and dangerous. In power since 1982...

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  Country : Cameroon , Chad , Nigeria , Ivory Coste , Guinea

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In Cameroon, an Absurd Candidacy and Scenarios That Are No Laughing Matter 29/07/2025
Summary :
The podcast examines the candidacy of Paul Biya, 92, for an eighth presidential term in Cameroon, calling it absurd and dangerous. In power since 1982, Biya is among the world’s longest-serving heads of state. The October 2025 election is expected to take place under questionable conditions, with growing dissent—including within his own party—and a high risk of violence. In the medium term, the most likely outcome is an unconstitutional succession, potentially led by the military, with severe regional repercussions given Cameroon’s borders with six unstable countries. The author stresses the role of political, economic, and social elites in enabling such power grabs. He concludes by highlighting that, despite the political crisis, many Cameroonian civic initiatives and organizations are working tirelessly for education, innovation, and the common good.
Keywords :
Politics, Governance, Election, Instabilité
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WATHI
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  Benin: Controversial electoral reforms and an uncertain political climate 29/09/2025

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  In Benin, President Patrice Talon’s choice of Romuald Wadagni as his successor for the April 2026 presidential election is seen as unusual in West Afr...

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  Country : Cameroon , Benin , Ivory Coste

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Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance,
Benin: Controversial electoral reforms and an uncertain political climate 29/09/2025
Summary :
In Benin, President Patrice Talon’s choice of Romuald Wadagni as his successor for the April 2026 presidential election is seen as unusual in West Africa, as Talon confirms he will step down after two terms—unlike other African leaders extending their rule (e.g., Ouattara in Côte d’Ivoire, Biya in Cameroon). Yet, the political climate remains tense. The revised electoral code of March 2024 requires presidential candidates to secure endorsements from at least 15% of deputies and mayors, and imposes a unique 20% threshold per constituency to win a parliamentary seat. These provisions place the opposition, particularly the “Les Démocrates” party, in a precarious position. While the reform aims to reduce political fragmentation and foster coalitions, critics denounce it as a strategy to sideline opposition forces. Thus, despite the promise of a rare democratic transition, uncertainty dominates the pre-election environment.
Keywords :
Politics, Governance, Election, Réforme, Presidential term limits
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WATHI
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