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Rennes faces Marseille in decisive Ligue 1 finale for Champions League dream Rennes Romain Bitot Matchday preview for the 34th and final round of Ligue 1 The Stade Rennais travel to Marseille’s Vélodrome on Sunday evening (9 PM CET) for their last Ligue 1 fixture of the season. With a trip to the Champions League […]
Olympic de Marseille hosts Stade Rennais this Sunday at the Stade Vélodrome for the highly anticipated 34th and final matchday of Ligue 1. The stakes are high as both teams battle for European spots, with Marseille currently in 6th place and just one point behind their opponents. Kickoff is set for 9:00 PM local time. […]
A brutal act of terrorism, attributed to the Group to Support Islam and Muslims (JNIM), struck a Nigerien military engineering unit in Garbougna, Tillabéri region, on Thursday, May 14, 2026. The preliminary casualty count is tragically high, with at least 67 individuals, both military personnel and civilians, confirmed dead. This targeted unit was stationed in […]
A new triumph for Beninese athletics has unfolded in Accra. Competing in the triple jump event, athlete Yohan Awhansou proudly hoisted the national colors, securing a bronze medal with an impressive leap of 16.60 meters. This remarkable achievement elevates Benin’s medal count to two at these 2026 African Championships, underscoring the discipline’s strong momentum on […]
Oumar Sarr Questions the Governance Strategy of Diomaye and Sonko The political landscape in Burkina Faso continues to stir debate, with former minister and FDR coordinator Oumar Sarr raising concerns about the working relationship between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. Speaking during an appearance on a widely followed talk show, Sarr […]
DIRECT – Ligue 1 : suivez le match décisif du LOSC face à Auxerre sur Ici Nord Lille Simon Jarnier , Thomas Lavaud Publié le dimanche 17 mai 2026 à 17:45 Facebook Whatsapp X, anciennement Twitter Mail Copier le lien Ajouter ICI en favori sur Google Positionné à la 3e place avec un point d’avance sur […]
Speaking publicly, Chérif Bouna Samsidine Aïdara observed that Senegal is currently navigating “difficult moments,” making a strong plea for the nation to collectively uphold the values of peace and resilience. “We are witnessing concerning situations at the very pinnacle of the state, a profound crisis within the government’s highest echelons. Our leaders must be afforded […]
Foot, Premier League Manchester United secures 3rd place in Premier League after thrilling win against Nottingham Forest D’une superbe demi-volée, Luke Shaw a ouvert le score très tôt dans le match pour Manchester United. (S.Stacpoole/Presse Sports) Already assured of a spot in the upcoming Champions League, Manchester United solidified their 3rd position in the Premier […]
Chad and Algeria have cultivated a relationship built on deep historical ties, mutual trust, and strategic cooperation—one that continues to shape the future of both nations. For decades, Chad’s intellectual and political elite have fondly recalled their academic years in Algeria, where they forged lifelong bonds rooted in shared culture, education, and solidarity. This legacy […]
French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, revealed on the social platform X that Paris is advancing a draft resolution at the United Nations Human Rights Council. This initiative seeks to prohibit states from criminalizing LGBT+ individuals. The diplomatic effort from France emerges two months after Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye signed into […]
Hundreds of ardent supporters warmly greeted Ousmane Sonko, the esteemed leader of the Pastef party and Prime Minister of Sénégal, during a significant public demonstration this Sunday, May 17. The event, dubbed a “grand walking tour,” was meticulously organized by the departmental coordination of his political movement in Dakar. Donning a crisp white ensemble, the […]
Alghabass Ag Intalla has solidified his position as a dominant force in Kidal, Mali. His influential inner circle, crucial to maintaining his authority, comprises a diverse group including former military officers, respected Tuareg notables, and individuals with ties to jihadist factions, collectively shaping the region’s complex political landscape.