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A military outpost near N’Guigmi, in southeastern Niger, came under a sudden assault by Boko Haram militants on Friday morning, leaving a toll of at least ten soldiers dead, local sources confirmed. The attack unfolded in the garrison town of N’Guigmi, a strategic location bordering the vast Lake Chad wetland shared by Nigeria, Cameroon, Niger, […]
On August 1, 2026, as Bénin celebrated its National Day, President Romuald Wadagni addressed the nation. At the core of his official statement, the Head of State conveyed the country’s profound appreciation for the Defense and Security Forces (FDS), recognizing their indispensable role in upholding peace and ensuring national sovereignty. A call for national appreciation […]
Nearly a dozen Nigerien soldiers lost their lives Friday in a brazen dawn raid by Boko Haram insurgents targeting a military installation near N’Guigmi, a strategic garrison town in the southeastern Niger region of Diffa. Reports confirmed fatalities among the attackers during the violent confrontation. N’Guigmi, a key military hub situated along the shores of […]
Home International Africa Deadly Boko Haram attack on Niger military base near N’Guigmi Deadly Boko Haram attack on Niger military base near N’Guigmi Report 12:17, 01/08/2026, saturday A coordinated assault by Boko Haram fighters left at least ten Nigerien soldiers dead near N’Guigmi in the Diffa region on Friday morning. Attack details and aftermath Local […]
The National Republican Coalition (CNR) has launched a bold political offensive against Gabon’s current transitional leadership. In a rare display of public criticism, the coalition directly targets President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, accusing him of deviating from the original spirit of institutional reform that followed Ali Bongo Ondimba’s departure. The unusually sharp tone signals a […]
Senegal and France step up security collaboration ahead of Dakar 2026 youth olympics Latest news. At just three months until the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, Senegal and France are deepening their security partnership. The Interior Ministers of both nations held a strategic call to finalize preparations for this landmark African sporting event. The countdown […]
In the annals of diplomatic history, few exchanges have left an indelible mark like the moment when a Moroccan monarch addressed the United Nations General Assembly in 1960. That speech, delivered by Hassan II, would become a foundational pillar of Sino-Moroccan relations—one that Beijing has never forgotten. The words spoken in New York decades ago […]
Mamadou Sangaré is set to embark on a new chapter after a standout season in Ligue 1. The Malian midfielder has finalized his move to Brentford FC in a high-profile transfer, as announced by RC Lens. While the exact fee remains undisclosed, British media reports suggest it exceeds €45 million. Joining Lens last summer from […]
Africa Mali’s security forces bolstered with new logistical fleet Twenty specialized vehicles were handed over to Mali’s security agencies to enhance operational readiness and emergency response capabilities. Staff Report August 1, 2026 — 1 minute read Share In a move to strengthen operational capacities across Mali’s security apparatus, the Ministry of Security and Civil Protection […]
With rising demand for healthy, locally sourced food in Bamako, the Resapac network has spent over a decade championing a model built on short supply chains and responsible consumption. The goal? To provide city dwellers with high-quality products while ensuring fair income for farmers. Resapac brings together three key players in the food chain: producers, […]
Essential insights from Colonel Otoulou’s testimony The ongoing judicial proceedings surrounding the tragic case of Martinez Zogo have taken a significant turn with the latest statements from Colonel Otoulou. His revelations have shed new light on the circumstances leading to the journalist’s disappearance, providing critical details to investigators and the public alike. Background of the […]
The contractual agreement binding Gabon to Karpowership, a subsidiary of the Turkish Karadeniz Holding conglomerate specializing in floating power plants, has become embroiled in a significant budgetary and industrial dispute. Industry reports indicate that Libreville currently remits 1.8 billion CFA francs monthly for a theoretical capacity of 150 megawatts. However, the actual power delivered to […]