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  In Niger, the coup reverses hard-won gains. 02/06/2025

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  The July 2023 military coup in Niger reversed a decade of socio-economic and democratic progress achieved under elected presidents Issoufou and Bazoum...

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  Country : Niger

  Organizations : Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS)
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Infographie / Governance, Security and human rights,
In Niger, the coup reverses hard-won gains. 02/06/2025
Summary :
The July 2023 military coup in Niger reversed a decade of socio-economic and democratic progress achieved under elected presidents Issoufou and Bazoum. Prior to the coup, Niger was experiencing steady economic growth, reduced extremist violence, and institutional strengthening. Since the junta's takeover, conditions have worsened: a surge in terrorist attacks, a dramatic drop in economic forecasts, rising food prices, erosion of press freedom, suspension of democratic bodies, and a wave of pro-Russian disinformation. The junta dismantled transparency mechanisms and compromised national sovereignty, notably by granting concessions to Russian-affiliated groups like Africa Corps. These actions jeopardize both domestic and regional stability, underscoring the critical role of democratic governance in sustainable development and citizen empowerment.
Keywords :
State, Sovereignty, Natural ressources, Security, Peace, Justice, Education, Gold, Human security, Infowar, Information, Coup d'État, Disinformation
Organizations :
Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS)
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• State-national agency report / Governance, Security and human rights,

  Senegal country brief 09/06/2025

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  The Senegal country brief, published on May 19, 2025, by the PASAS platform, summarizes 72 references addressing educational, health, environmental, s...

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  Country : Senegal

  Organizations : AFD, IRD, ICE, PASAS
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State-national agency report / Governance, Security and human rights,
Senegal country brief 09/06/2025
Summary :
The Senegal country brief, published on May 19, 2025, by the PASAS platform, summarizes 72 references addressing educational, health, environmental, social, and political issues in the country. Senegal’s expanding higher education system still struggles with inequality in access and quality. Public health faces challenges such as malnutrition, mental health stigmatization, and poor healthcare coverage. Environmental concerns—particularly water and land management—are linked to urban and rural tensions. Social dynamics reflect the mobilization of youth and women’s movements. Governance is explored through political transitions, security challenges at the borders, and Senegal’s shifting role in regional diplomacy. The brief also highlights gaps in coverage, including primary education, infectious diseases, and religious healthcare services.
Keywords :
Politics, Political party, Governance, Environment, Natural ressources, Security, Justice, Education, Youth, Gold, Human security, Social, Health, Researh
Organizations :
AFD, IRD, ICE, PASAS
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• Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance, Security and human rights,

  Crises and Knowledge Production: A State of Universities in the Sahel 11/06/2025

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  The article “Crises and Knowledge Production: A State of Universities in the Sahel”, published by WATHI on June 26, 2024, highlights how political ins...

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  Country : Burkina Faso , Mali , Mauritania , Niger , Ivory Coste

  Organizations : WATHI
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Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance, Security and human rights,
Crises and Knowledge Production: A State of Universities in the Sahel 11/06/2025
Summary :
The article “Crises and Knowledge Production: A State of Universities in the Sahel”, published by WATHI on June 26, 2024, highlights how political instability, terrorism, and chronic underfunding have severely weakened universities in the Sahel. These institutions suffer from repeated strikes, staff emigration, reduced budgets, and a lack of connection between academic research and policymaking. Yet, universities hold critical potential to understand and address crises through interdisciplinary research. However, a major gap persists between academic outputs and their integration into decision-making processes. The article calls for a shift: universities should be recognized as strategic centers for crisis analysis. It recommends enhanced investment in local research, stronger collaboration between scholars and policymakers, and efforts to ensure that knowledge production informs public policy and societal needs.
Keywords :
Politics, Political party, Natural ressources, Security, Education, Gold, Social, Soicial sciences, Researh, Knowlege production
Organizations :
WATHI
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• Digital platform / Governance, Security and human rights,

  Demystifying the Influence of External Actors in Africa’s Technology Sector 06/06/2025

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  This article examines Africa's structural dependence on external actors in its technology sector, particularly highlighting cyber vulnerability risks....

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  Country : Nigeria , Ghana

  Organizations : Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS)
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Digital platform / Governance, Security and human rights,
Demystifying the Influence of External Actors in Africa’s Technology Sector 06/06/2025
Summary :
This article examines Africa's structural dependence on external actors in its technology sector, particularly highlighting cyber vulnerability risks. The continent’s ICT infrastructure is largely dominated by Chinese and American firms, raising serious questions about digital sovereignty. The author presents Africa’s tech stack in five layers (apps, operating systems, consumer products, infrastructure, service providers) and details global actors’ market shares. Despite foreign influence, African governments and firms retain strategic agency, illustrated by emerging cybersecurity regulations and homegrown innovation. The article urges African states to prioritize cybersecurity, promote supplier diversity, and better adapt technology choices to local needs. Reducing overreliance on foreign actors and strengthening national capacities are framed as key to safeguarding Africa’s digital future.
Keywords :
State, Natural ressources, Security, Justice, Gold, Poverty, Human security, Influence, Private sector, Information
Organizations :
Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS)
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