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  Political Crises and Democratic Demands in the Sahel: The Role and Status of Women 09/05/2025

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  This report by the Gorée Institute highlights the critical role of women in strengthening democracy in the Sahel. Coinciding with International Women'...

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  Country : Burkina Faso , Mali , Niger

  Organizations : Gorée Institute
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Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance, Inclusion,
Political Crises and Democratic Demands in the Sahel: The Role and Status of Women 09/05/2025
Summary :
This report by the Gorée Institute highlights the critical role of women in strengthening democracy in the Sahel. Coinciding with International Women's Rights Day, the institute emphasizes that women are essential strategic partners in peace processes and governance. The document advocates for increased female participation in political processes, systematic gender considerations in public policies, and the empowerment of young women as catalysts for sustainable change. It underscores the necessity of recognizing and enhancing women's roles in addressing political crises and democratic challenges in the Sahel region.
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Governance, Gender, Democracy, Women, Political participation
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Gorée Institute
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  ECOWAS Marks 50 Years in Lagos Amid New Alliances and Security Challenges 03/06/2025

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  On the occasion of ECOWAS's 50th anniversary, West African leaders meet in Lagos amid regional turmoil marked by insecurity, the withdrawal of Mali, B...

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  Country : Burkina Faso , Mali , Niger , Nigeria , Senegal , Togo , Liberia , Guinea-Bissau

  Organizations : WATHI, France 24
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ECOWAS Marks 50 Years in Lagos Amid New Alliances and Security Challenges 03/06/2025
Summary :
On the occasion of ECOWAS's 50th anniversary, West African leaders meet in Lagos amid regional turmoil marked by insecurity, the withdrawal of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, declining international aid, and stricter U.S. tariffs. Analysts Jean-Claude Felix-Tchicaya (IPSE), Gilles Yabi (WATHI), and France 24’s Moise Gomis examine the crisis facing the bloc. ECOWAS's influence is waning, and its credibility is challenged due to inconsistent responses to military coups and a perceived disconnect from citizens’ needs. The panel stresses the urgency of redefining ECOWAS’s purpose, focusing on regional security, cooperation, and socioeconomic development. To remain relevant, the organization must propose a coherent, inclusive vision that resonates with member states and their populations.
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Governance, Security, Democracy, Diplomacy, Crisis, Coopération régionale
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WATHI, France 24
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  From Côte d’Ivoire to Togo: Stability and Security Do Not Require Lifelong Power 17/06/2025

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  The article focuses on rising political discourse in Côte d’Ivoire, led by Laurent Gbagbo, emphasizing that “stability and security do not require lif...

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  Country : Ivory Coste , Togo

  Organizations : WATHI
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From Côte d’Ivoire to Togo: Stability and Security Do Not Require Lifelong Power 17/06/2025
Summary :
The article focuses on rising political discourse in Côte d’Ivoire, led by Laurent Gbagbo, emphasizing that “stability and security do not require lifelong power.” It analyzes tensions surrounding the potential fourth term, reactions from the PPA‑CI, and the “Trop c’est trop” movement. Tidjane Thiam joins this momentum, criticizing Alassane Ouattara’s record. The author highlights the risks of prolonged leadership without democratic alternatives. He then turns to Togo, discussing unrest sparked by the arrest of artist Aamron and cracks within Faure Gnassingbé’s inner circle, fueled by an ex-minister’s critique. The piece warns against using force and institutional lock-downs, which threaten social cohesion. In conclusion, the author advocates for respecting democratic rules and peaceful transitions of power.
Keywords :
Politics, Governance, Security, Democracy, Crisis
Organizations :
WATHI
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  Substantive Democracy Tested by Gerontocracy: What Challenges for Intergenerational Dialogue? 18/07/2025

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  In his opinion piece published on July 15, 2025, on WATHI, Jean‑Marc Segoun examines the tensions between substantive democracy and gerontocracy, emph...

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  Country : Mali

  Organizations : WATHI
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Substantive Democracy Tested by Gerontocracy: What Challenges for Intergenerational Dialogue? 18/07/2025
Summary :
In his opinion piece published on July 15, 2025, on WATHI, Jean‑Marc Segoun examines the tensions between substantive democracy and gerontocracy, emphasizing the need for intergenerational dialogue. He positions substantive democracy as a political project focused on innovation, human dignity, and long‑term social justice, where dialogue between elders and youth is crucial. In Africa, gerontocratic regimes often sideline young people from power, reinforcing inequality and stifling knowledge transfer. Segoun advocates for social innovation as a renewal engine—not just novelty, but reinventing practices that combine ancestral wisdom and youthful aspirations. He suggests creating institutional frameworks to foster tolerance, intergenerational ethics, and rites of passage, revitalizing governance and addressing authoritarian regime challenges.
Keywords :
Governance, Democracy, Dialogue, Gerontocracy
Organizations :
WATHI
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