The political landscape in Sénégal remains tense as tensions between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko escalate, drawing reactions from key stakeholders. Serigne Mboup, businessman and Mayor of…
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Mali Morocco partnership talks set to advance in Bamako
A new chapter in Mali-Morocco relations The fourth session of the Great Joint Commission for Cooperation between Mali and Morocco is poised to kick off in Bamako from July 21 to 24,…
Niamey’s vegetable price surge reveals deeper agricultural failures
The sudden spike in essential vegetable prices is leaving Niamey’s households grappling with an unexpected financial strain, exposing long-standing weaknesses in agricultural planning and government inaction. By late July 2026, the cost…
Cameroon’s untapped billions in development loans
File generated on Omer Mbadi Cameroun correspondent World Bank African Development Bank Unused billions in development financing: Cameroon’s stalled loan disbursements Despite securing billions in concessional loans from international financial institutions, Cameroon…
Aladji Bamba set to join Premier League in 40m euro deal
AS Monaco and Newcastle United have finalized a groundbreaking agreement for the transfer of Aladji Bamba, valued at over €40 million including performance-related bonuses. The 20-year-old French-Guinean midfielder, born in Blois and…
Former Bénin president to join new senate amid political shift
The political landscape of Bénin has been shaken by an unexpected move from former President Thomas Boni Yayi, who announced his intention to take a seat in the upcoming Senate. Scheduled to…
Gabon’s state visit to France signals new partnership era
The landmark state visit of Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema to France concluded yesterday evening, marking a pivotal moment in bilateral relations. The final day of the trip was as packed…
Can 2032: Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger secure initial approval for joint bid
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has formally endorsed the joint declaration of interest submitted by Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This marks…
Niger and South Africa deepen security ties with high-level talks
A landmark meeting in Niamey signals a new chapter in bilateral security collaboration between Niger and South Africa. Niamey, July 2026 — In a significant diplomatic engagement, Niger’s Minister of State for…
Mysterious death of Togo-born dancer in France sparks outrage
France, July 22, 2026 – The baffling death of Thomas, a young dancer from Togo who had been living in France for six months, has sent shockwaves through the Togolese community and…
Lyon’s champions league opener ticket sales now open
The highly anticipated clash between Olympique Lyonnais and Sparta Prague is scheduled for August 11 at Groupama Stadium, though the exact kickoff time remains unannounced. The club is rallying fans to fill…
Cameroon faces scrutiny over prolonged absence of president
Cameroon faces scrutiny over prolonged absence of president Forty-five days after President Paul Biya left Cameroon for a private visit to Europe, the ruling Rassemblement démocratique du peuple camerounais (RDPC) convened an…