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Cairo hosts landmark real estate agreement between Arab and Ivorian leaders The bustling city of Cairo recently became the stage for a historic real estate collaboration, as key figures from the Arab world and Côte d’Ivoire formalized a groundbreaking agreement. Dr. Laheq Al Otibi, representing the Arab Union for Construction and Real Estate Development, joined […]
Mali’s green future takes center stage with youth-led environmental drive The Bureau of the UNESCO in Mali, represented by Acting Head Mr. Ali-Mohamed Sinane, joined government officials and environmental advocates in Bamako for the official kickoff of the 32nd edition of the national reforestation campaign. This year’s event, held at the Palais des Pionniers on […]
Cameroon extends national census period for second time Cameroon News Saturday, August 1, 2026 Following an official directive from Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute, Cameroon has announced an additional extension to its ongoing national census operations. This marks the second consecutive extension aimed at ensuring comprehensive coverage of households, individuals, and agricultural holdings nationwide. Local […]
Adrien Haye, the departing director of the French Development Agency (AFD) in Côte d’Ivoire, has been bestowed with the prestigious Ivorian National Order as he concludes his mission in the country. The esteemed recognition was presented to him on Friday, July 31, 2026, by the Minister of Economy, Finance, and Budget, Adama Coulibaly. The ceremony […]
AFG Capital Ltd has hailed the Gabonese government’s successful return to the international bond markets, following its role as the exclusive financial advisor in structuring a landmark $920 million sovereign bond issuance. The transaction underscores AFG Holding’s growing influence in facilitating large-scale sovereign deals across Africa. The operation, executed alongside global banking partners Cygnum Capital […]
Mali: the plight of displaced families from Kouakourou village Local correspondent « When we arrived in Mopti, we were housed in a school. We received generous supplies — rice, tea, sugar, oil, powdered milk, » shares a displaced resident of Kouakourou with gratitude. This aid comes from an anonymous donor, and the local council manages […]
Ukrainian footballer Mudryk’s doping ban lifted with immediate effect 31 july 2026 In 2024, a trace amount of meldonium, a prohibited substance, was detected in Mudryk during a routine doping test. The Ukrainian winger was subsequently handed a four-year suspension. He promptly challenged the decision at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). However, new […]
Romain Chanson Democratic Republic of the Congo political affairs specialist Raphaël Katebe Katoto’s mission in Haut-Katanga In a strategic move to strengthen ties in the mineral-rich Haut-Katanga province, President Félix Tshisekedi has appointed his brother-in-law, Raphaël Katebe Katoto, as a special envoy. The announcement comes as the region continues to play a pivotal role in […]
Chelsea avoids points deduction after transfer ban appeal 31 July 2026 Chelsea FC has narrowly avoided a devastating six-point deduction after successfully appealing a Premier League transfer ban. The club received a suspended transfer embargo instead, sparing them from potential league-wide consequences. The Football Association (FA) initially identified breaches dating back to 2009, primarily during […]
Togo university promotions elevate academic standards The long-awaited resolution has arrived. Following weeks of campus unrest at the University of Lomé, the government has formally announced the promotion of 107 associate professors to full professorships at public universities nationwide. From protest to recognition: a new academic era This landmark decision comes in response to the […]
The United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, conveyed a congratulatory message to King Mohammed VI on July 30, marking the 27th anniversary of the monarch’s ascension to the throne of Morocco. In his remarks, Rubio highlighted the enduring bond between the two nations, stating, “For nearly 250 years, Morocco and the United States have […]
The University of Datcha is entering a new chapter with the appointment of Professor Essohanam Batchana as its inaugural president. The decision, announced during this week’s cabinet meeting, marks a pivotal step in strengthening Togo’s higher education landscape, particularly in the Plateaux region. Academic leadership takes shape Professor Batchana, a distinguished historian specializing in political […]