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The Chadian Prime Minister, Allamaye Halina, warmly welcomed Abdelkader Djellaoui, Algeria’s Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure, in N’Djamena this past Thursday. During their meeting, the Chadian leader expressed deep appreciation for the vision and leadership of Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, highlighting his pivotal role in advancing bilateral cooperation and fostering continental unity. In […]
After years of political turbulence and electoral setbacks, Laurent Gbagbo, former President of Côte d’Ivoire (2000–2011), has been reaffirmed as the leader of the Parti des Peuples Africains – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) during the party’s first ordinary congress. Despite previously signaling his intent to step back in late 2025, his influence remains undiminished among supporters, […]
In the world of geopolitics, some silences speak louder than words, and diplomatic condemnations often mask deeper strategic withdrawals. When the political landscape of Caracas was violently reshaped in early 2026—following a large-scale US military intervention and the dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro—Russia’s response was conspicuously absent. For a nation that once positioned itself as […]
Olympique de Marseille host Stade Rennais in a high-stakes Ligue 1 finale as both teams battle for a prized European competition spot. The hosts must secure all three points at the Stade Orange Vélodrome to leapfrog Rennes into fifth place, currently occupied by the Breton side with a three-point advantage. The Phocéens arrive at this […]
Bruno Fernandes, captain of Manchester United, has openly shared his profound disappointment after Declan Rice chose to join Arsenal rather than the Red Devils. The English midfielder, valued at £105 million, became a key figure for the Gunners, leaving Fernandes questioning the missed opportunity. Fernandes reveals his heartfelt reaction to Rice’s transfer Fernandes, who had […]
Bamako’s blockade risks severe humanitarian consequences Bamako residents face grave threats to their fundamental rights, including food security, health, and life itself, as three major supply routes into the capital remain blocked. The Groupe de soutien à l’islam et aux musulmans (GSIM)—an Al-Qaïda-affiliated armed group—has enforced this blockade since April 28, escalating tensions after recent […]
After years of political exile and legal battles, former President Laurent Gbagbo has once again taken center stage in Ivorian politics. Despite initial indications of stepping back from active leadership, the veteran politician remains a dominant figure in the PPA-CI, his political party, following a decisive congress held in Abidjan. An unexpected political comeback Once […]
young women in N’Djamena trapped by digital beauty standards In the bustling streets of N’Djamena, a silent crisis is unfolding—one that begins with a tap on a smartphone screen. Social media filters, curated feeds, and viral trends are reshaping how young women perceive themselves, often with harmful consequences. the rise of digital beauty as a […]
RB Leipzig’s upcoming Bundesliga finale has taken a promising turn with first-choice goalkeeper Péter Gulácsi poised to return from injury, head coach Jesse Marsch has confirmed. The Hungarian international was sidelined for several weeks, leaving his team in a challenging position between the posts. Speaking ahead of the decisive match, Marsch revealed that Gulácsi has […]
Dakar, Senegal — The Pastef party is finalizing preparations for its upcoming national congress, with the official opening of candidate submissions for party leadership now underway. The High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP) has announced that aspirants may submit their candidacy dossiers from May 15, 2026, at midnight through May 20, 2026, at noon. The […]
The once-ambitious strategy of the Kremlin to expand its influence across Africa—through mercenaries, disinformation campaigns, and anti-Western populism—now faces an undeniable reckoning. Far from delivering on its promises of security and stability, Russia’s approach has faltered under the weight of unmet expectations, military setbacks, and growing public disillusionment. What once seemed like an unstoppable advance […]
In early May, Senegalese security forces—backed by trained sniffer dogs—conducted a major operation to dismantle cannabis plantations in Casamance. This crackdown marks the latest chapter in a decades-old conflict that has simmered for over four decades in southern Senegal, despite the rebel group’s diminished strength. The military action unfolded near the Gambian border, where remnants […]