Ouattara Zana Abou
Specialist in African and international geopolitics, Abou is a professor and world reader. His practice of intelligent observation allows him to finely decipher the geopolitical dynamics that shape our era. A recognized analyst, he provides unique insight into the strategic issues of the African continent and its relations with the rest of the world.
Articles de Ouattara Zana Abou
35 articles
Dissolution of the CEI in Ivory Coast: challenges and prospects of an institution under tension
The Ivorian government announced the dissolution of the CEI on May 6, 2026. The institution was regularly criticized by part …
Mali: death of General Sadio Camara, pillar of military power
Malian Defense Minister Sadio Camara was killed on April 25, 2026. His death occurred during a nationwide terrorist attack. A …
Mali: an unprecedented terrorist attack shakes the country
Mali has beené hit by a series of coordinated attacks on April 25, 2026. Several large cities, including Bamako, were …
Burkina Faso: Ibrahim Traoré wants to humanize the prison system
Ibrahim Traoré launches a reform of the prison system. Objective: humanize prisons and promote reintegration. The model is based on …
AES–African Union: a key meeting around security and sovereignty
The African Union and the Alliance of Sahel States maintain a dialogue despite the crisis. political tensions. Recent meetings demonstrate …
Togo: new hub for AES-ECOWAS relations?
Togo adopts a posture of openness between two regional blocs. Indeed, between ECOWAS and the Alliance of Sahel States, dialogue …
Romuald Wadagni: young Beninese technocrat promised to the supreme seat
Benin is preparing for a presidential election without Patrice Talon. The political transition promises to be a key moment. for …
Benin: Dr Victor Agbegnenou, death of a discreet dinosaur of technology in Africa
Victor Kossikouma Agbégnénou has established himself as a major figure in African innovation. He developed technological solutions adapted to local …
Politics
80 years of the PDCI: ambitious speech by Tidjane Thiam despite the context
Tidjane Thiam pronounced; a structuring speech for the 80th anniversary of the PDCI-RDA. He displayed a strong political ambition in …
Amina Touré: future spearhead of Diomaye Faye’s power?
Aminata Touré played a role in the political dynamics having brought about Bassirou Diomaye Faye in power. His appointment à at …
War in Iran: a fragile truce with shared benefits
A two-week truce was announced. concluded after a military escalation and American ultimatums. The United States and Iran each claim …
Bazoum: a former president without freedom or a clear political horizon
Mohamed Bazoum has been detained since the 2023 coup. His mandate ended in April 2026, with no change in his …
Tené Birahima Ouattara: the man in the shadows who became a pillar of Ivorian power
Tené Birahima Ouattara establishes himself as a key figure in the of Ivorian power. Brother of President Alassane Ouattara, he …
Benin faces the challenges of political transition in West Africa
Benin is historically perceived as a democratic model in West Africa. A coup attempt at the end of 2025 and …
Political Africa: between rejection of democracy and 'father to son' politics
In Burkina Faso, Ibrahim Traoré publicly rejects democracy and rejects the return to elections. In Cameroon, Paul Biya consolidates power …
United States vs NATO: can the Iranian issue change everything?
Tensions around Iran are reviving differences between the United States and its allies. NATO displays a more cautious stance in …
Jean François Kouassi: political ambitions and exits that are debated
Jean François Kouassi is gradually establishing himself in the Ivorian political debate. His recent speeches have sparked criticism and questions. …
Giant blackout in Cuba: the energy vise is tightening
A new power outage touched Cuba Saturday evening. The island faces the sea. a chronic energy crisis worsened by sanctions. …
Strait of Hormuz: Washington's allies hesitate to follow Trump
Donald Trump asks his allies to send ships to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Several Western partners remain cautious and …
War in Iran: Europe between strategic support and diplomatic prudence
The war in Iran places Europe in a delicate position. Several countries are supporting their regional allies while calling for …
Senegal: Sonko threatens to remove Pastef if Diomaye “steps aside”
Sonko warns: Pastef could leave the government if the president moves away from the party line. Rumors of a standoff …
Homosexuality in Africa: a tense debate
The question of homosexuality remains one of the most sensitive subjects on the African continent. Between penalizing laws, religious pressures …
Tariffs: Supreme Court cuts short Trump tariffs
The Supreme Court invalidates a large part of the customs duties imposed by Donald Trump. At issue: a legal basis …
AES: the rupture displayed, financial dependence behind the scenes
The AES claims a new political trajectory, more sovereign and tougher in its alliances. But on the budgetary level, the …
Tiani in Algiers: historic visit to relaunch relations with Algeria
Nigerian President Abdourahamane Tiani was on an official visit to Niger. Algiers. Objective: to relaunch diplomatic relations after almost a …
Valentine’s Day: birth, meaning and rise of the celebration of lovers
Valentine's Day is celebrated every February 14. It has its roots in Antiquity. and religious traditions. Today it is a …
In North Korea, Kim Jong-un prepares his succession
Seoul believes that Kim Jong-un is preparing his daughter Ju Ae for the future. succeed him. Public appearances, military symbols, …
The European Union grants a colossal debt to Ukraine
The European Parliament has validated a loan of 90 billion euros to support Ukraine in 2026-2027. Reimbursement is planned when …
Mamadou Gassama's confessions after his release
Released after a presidential pardon, Mamadou Hawa Gassama thanks the Ivorian authorities and affirms that « Ouattara is not our …
Prince Andrew: from favorite of the Crown to pariah of Buckingham
Long popular, Prince Andrew is today marginalized. by the British monarchy. The charges related to the Epstein affair provoked its …
Lecornu urges Dati to leave the government “before the end of next week”
According to several media, Sébastien Lecornu asks to Rachida Dati to leave the government by the end of next week.
Belgium: why the unemployment reform puts CPAS under pressure
À Mons, the president of the CPAS warns: some excluded people could find themselves “with nothing” if they do not …
Epstein affair: Lang gives in to pressure, resignation in sight at the IMA
Jack Lang offers his resignation as president of the Arab World Institute after strong media pressure.
“I never had contact”: Flora Coquerel reacts to a mention in the “Epstein files”
The ex-Miss France claims to have never met Epstein nor had any contact with him.
Assalé Tiemoko withdraws
After the legislative elections and its fall in the face of his rival, the honorable Assalé Tiemoko, nicknamed the ''Kirikou'', …