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Le Président de la République, Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, est arrivé ce jeudi 16 juillet 2026 à Luanda, à l’invitation de son homologue angolais João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, pour participer à la 3ème édition de l’initiative mondiale « Un appel à la paix, à la fin des guerres et au respect du droit international ». Cette […]
PolitiqueAfrique ECOWAS confronts its future as AES nations remain absent from Freetown summit This weekend, Freetown hosts a pivotal gathering of ECOWAS heads of state and government. The regional body, striving to restore its standing, convenes amidst the notable absence of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, all of whom have formally withdrawn. The 69th summit […]
West African leaders gather without Sahel bloc at critical ECOWAS summit The 69th ECOWAS summit convenes this Sunday in Freetown, Sierra Leone, at a defining moment for the Economic Community of West African States. Yet the gathering takes place without three critical members: Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have distanced themselves to form the Alliance […]
Sacked: Waly Diouf Bodian removed from Senegal Port Authority leadership In a dramatic turn of events, Waly Diouf Bodian, a prominent Pastef activist, has been dismissed from his position as director of the Port Autonome de Dakar amid Senegal’s evolving political landscape. The removal of Waly Diouf Bodian, a vocal supporter of Ousmane Sonko and […]
During an official visit to Luanda, Angola, where he received a warm welcome from his Angolan counterpart, João Lourenço, President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) delivered a profoundly impactful and politically charged address. Contents “We cannot accept the silence of convenience”Eastern DRC conflict: A critical test for global orderStrategic discussions with […]
Benin customs seize over 5,500 smuggled smartphones at Hillacondji border A major crackdown on cross-border fraud has just unfolded at Benin’s southwestern frontier. Customs officials in Hillacondji intercepted a large shipment of illegally imported mobile phones before they could infiltrate local markets. Operation yields record haul of smuggled mobile devices On July 12, 2026, a […]
PoliticsSenegal Senegal’s presidential meeting ignites controversy In Senegal, the announced meeting between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his predecessor Macky Sall has sparked considerable outrage among the families of victims who suffered political repression during Sall’s administration. We delve into the implications of this controversial encounter. In Senegal, the upcoming meeting between President Bassirou Diomaye […]
In Senegal, the planned meeting between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his predecessor, Macky Sall, has sparked outrage among families of victims of political repression during Sall’s tenure. These families argue that the visit occurs at a time when justice and reparations remain elusive. Why is this meeting controversial, and what could be its impact […]
Starting July 16, 2026, Gabon’s Ministry of Mines will conduct a sweeping nationwide audit of all gold mining permits. This decisive move signals the government’s commitment to reshaping a long-neglected sector and reclaiming control over its natural resources. Every mining operator—from exploration firms to large-scale producers—will face rigorous scrutiny. A dedicated commission will meticulously review […]
Félix Tshisekedi in Luanda: eastern DRC crisis demands verifiable peace Luanda hosted a critical international summit this week as African leaders gathered to address escalating conflicts across the continent. At the heart of discussions was the persistent crisis in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where armed groups continue to destabilize communities despite ongoing […]
losc wants to shatter psg’s neymar transfer record with ayyoub bouaddi Olivier létang hopes to surpass the 222 million euro deal that saw neymar join Paris saint germain six years ago ‘he would be very happy to stay’ losc boss olivier létang believes ayyoub bouaddi has the potential to grow and develop with the club […]
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s visit to Rabat on Thursday, July 16, marked a significant and openly acknowledged rapprochement between France and Morocco. Discussions with Moroccan authorities centered on enhanced security cooperation, substantial investments, and the prospect of an exceptional bilateral treaty. Notably, new revelations surrounding the Pegasus affair were deliberately kept off the agenda […]