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This edition also addresses questions on the record SpaceX IPO, the suspension of the International Criminal Court prosecutor, and a wave of anti-immigrant violence in Northern Ireland. DRC: what the referendum organisation law provides By an overwhelming majority, National Assembly deputies adopted the proposed law on organising a referendum. The opposition sees this vote as […]
When questioned about Senegal’s debt management and the upcoming IMF mission to Dakar, Ousmane Sonko delivered a frank assessment of his two years as prime minister while drawing clear red lines for the government of Al Aminou Lo. On the possibility of debt restructuring, the National Assembly president first rejected any dogmatic stance. “We are […]
In Sénégal, President Diomaye Faye faces accusations from his party Pastef of betraying the ideals that brought him to power. As voices calling for his exclusion grow louder, Ousmane Sonko, in an interview on Monday, June 15, cautioned that the situation “will be assessed when the time comes,” adding that nothing will be rushed. “It […]
In Dakar, Cheikh Niang stands as a seasoned diplomat determined to elevate Senegal’s diplomatic footprint, particularly with the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). With decades of experience navigating complex international relations, Niang is spearheading efforts to foster deeper collaboration between Dakar and the AES bloc—comprising Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. His mission? To bridge divides […]
On 15 June 2026, the 145 deputies and 70 senators of Gabon’s parliament gather in congress to hear President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s address, as stipulated by article 93 of the constitution. Described as a “presidential communication,” this solemn address before the national representation does not lead to any vote. However, it represents a major […]
DRC and Egypt strengthen military bonds with new training initiative for Congolese forces Illustrative image of Félix Tshisekedi during the Egyptian cooperation talks Security & Defense June 14, 2026 The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, has directed the Ministry of Defense and the Armed Forces (FARDC) to develop an implementation plan […]
Rwandan President Paul Kagame is set to arrive in Lomé on June 15, 2026, for an official working visit aimed at deepening diplomatic ties with Togo. His meeting with Togolese President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé will focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation, regional security, and Africa’s integration agenda. Key discussions under way The visit follows Togo’s active […]
The Malian Armed Forces have confirmed the elimination of a key jihadist commander linked to the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) in a precision drone strike conducted on June 3 near Mougnan, approximately 40 kilometers from Djenné in central Mali. Confirmed neutralisation of a high-value target In an official statement issued […]
Libreville, Sunday 14 June 2026 – With less than two weeks before the deadline for political parties to comply with new legislation, an administrative controversy has resurfaced, reminding that democratic consolidation is measured not only by the adoption of laws but also by their effective implementation. In Gabon, statements from Jean Rémy Yama, president of […]
Mercato Real Madrid poised to sign Cucurella after 2026 World Cup June 14, 2026 at 6:05 PM Share Share WhatsApp LinkedIn Email Messenger José Mourinho has wasted no time reshaping Real Madrid’s squad following his return as head coach. A groundbreaking agreement has been reached for the acquisition of Marc Cucurella from Chelsea, with the […]
a new chapter for national unity and legal rigor The President of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has delivered a landmark address that reshapes the nation’s approach to its citizens living in exile. In a statement underscoring both national cohesion and the uncompromising authority of the law, he declared that the doors of the Faso […]
Libreville’s municipal authorities have rolled out a mobile-based tax collection system at the Mont-Bouët market, a vital hub for Gabon’s informal economy. This initiative marks the first municipal-level effort to digitize commercial tax payments in the country, leveraging mobile money services provided by local electronic money operators. The primary goals are to enhance the security […]