Hospitality: Security as a Driver of Value, Not Just a Necessity

In the hospitality sector, a real estate asset is never just a building. It is a place of welcome, of residence, of work and of leisure. It is also a customer experience — and a creator of value. Hotels, residences, restaurants, leisure centres and event venues face a wide range of risks: intrusion, theft, damage,

Madagascar: ISAO ltd Strengthens Security Culture Across Teams

We are delighted to consolidate our development in Madagascar 🇲🇬, where we delivered several security awareness sessions to our clients. These discussions provided an opportunity to address good prevention practices, risk identification, the management of sensitive situations, and the importance of a shared security culture within teams. Beyond procedures, security relies above all on vigilance,

Security in Africa: Cost Center or Value Creation Lever ?

As you know, we are navigating an era of uncertainty and “permacrisis.” While Africa’s natural resilience to shocks is well established, it is no longer enough to reassure financial markets. Today, the lack of structured security weighs heavily on the cost of risk capital and on investor confidence.Security is not just about cameras or guards.

Operational Security Procedures: A Quick Guide for Busy Executives

What is it?Clear instruction manuals to: Example: A “What to do in case of intrusion?” checklist with the steps, responsible persons, and useful contact numbers. Why is it crucial?

Nigeria: 315 students and teachers abducted from a Catholic school

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) confirmed the abduction of 315 people from a Catholic school in Niger State.The attack, which occurred in Papiri (Agwarra), took place just days after the kidnapping of 25 high school girls in neighboring Kebbi State. Faced with the gravity of the situation, President Bola Tinubu decided to cancel his

GSIM claims its first attack in Nigeria, signaling the expansion of Sahelian jihad

The Group for Support of Islam and Muslims (GSIM) has claimed its first official attack in Nigeria, which occurred on October 28 in Kwara during an assault on a military outpost, resulting in one fatality. The attack is believed to have been launched from Kainji Park, a refuge for armed groups operating in the Northwest,

Mali: Fuel blockade and economic paralysis

The security situation in Mali has rapidly deteriorated following the blockade imposed by the Group for Support of Islam and Muslims (GSIM/JNIM) on Bamako since September 3, 2025, prompting the United States, Italy, Germany, and Australia to urge their nationals to leave the country. Attacks against fuel convoys coming from Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire have

Cameroon – Presidential Election of October 12: The Final Stretch of a Tense Poll

One week before voting, Cameroon faces an election laden with symbolic weight. At 92 years old, President Paul Biya — in power since 1982 — is seeking an eighth consecutive term. His re-election would extend his rule beyond four decades. Eleven candidates appear on the ballot, including two former regime allies: Issa Tchiroma Bakary and

Cameroon: Maurice Kamto Bets on Neutrality

Disqualified from the race by the Constitutional Council, Maurice Kamto (MRC/APC) announced on September 26 that he would not support any of the 11 opposition candidates in the October 12, 2025 presidential election. After failing to unite a coalition — notably with figures from the Far North — Kamto prefers to let his voters cast

Senegal: Terrorist Threat at the Gates of the Land of Teranga

On July 1, 2025, the GSIM (Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims – affiliated with Al-Qaeda) claimed responsibility for a series of coordinated attacks in the Kayes region (Mali), targeting in particular the town of Diboli, located just 1.5 km from the Senegalese border. This offensive marks a strategic push westward, at the