The news is constantly changing and it is important to stay informed to stay up to date. In this article, we offer you a recap of some hot topics that have recently made headlines.
Hectic electoral campaign in Madagascar
In Madagascar, the electoral campaign for the presidential election scheduled for November 9 is far from taking place peacefully. The collective of eleven presidential candidates demands a change in electoral institutions, accusing the Electoral Commission and the High Constitutional Court of favoring the outgoing president, Andry Rajoelina. In addition, a dramatic turn of events occurred when the President of the Senate, Herimanana Razafimahefa, who should have led the country on an interim basis in the absence of the head of state, decided to leave his place in the government. In an exclusive interview, he revealed that he had suffered death threats to make this decision, which sparked strong reactions in the country.
US reaction to the coup in Niger
In Niger, the military takeover two months ago led to a delayed reaction from the United States. The latter ultimately called the coup a “coup” and announced the elimination of $500 million in economic aid. However, the military partnership with the country is not completely broken at the moment, due to the strategic importance of the American military base located in Niger.
Difficulties for Sahelian students in France
The suspension of visas for France in the Sahel countries (Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger) has created uncertainty among students who had planned to continue their studies in France. French consular services were closed for security reasons, which prevented many students from leaving at the start of the school year. This situation has significant psychological consequences for the students concerned, who find themselves blocked in their study plans.
In conclusion, international news is marked by political and social events which have significant repercussions in several countries. Elections in Madagascar and the coup in Niger raise questions about democracy and political stability. In addition, the suspension of visas for France directly affects the lives of Sahelian students who see their study plans compromised. Let us remain attentive to these constantly evolving events.