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Human rights Benin women in Benin’s political arena gains momentum with historic appointments July 16, 2026 The appointment of Captain Elvire Toupé as Aide-de-Camp marks a milestone in Benin’s political landscape. Yet, women remain underrepresented in elective and leadership roles across the nation. Following President Romuald Wadagni’s inauguration, a groundbreaking decision was made during the […]
Historic push for global telecom leadership In a bold diplomatic initiative, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is rallying international support for its bid to secure a seat on the prestigious Council of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The campaign, spearheaded by Me José Mpanda Kabangu, Minister of Posts and Telecommunications, targets the Region […]
Starlink est désormais disponible commercialement en Côte d’Ivoire. Le service internet haut débit par satellite de SpaceX a été lancé ce mardi 16 juillet 2026, après l’obtention d’une licence provisoire de 12 mois délivrée par l’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications/TIC (ARTCI) à Starlink Network CIV. Les clients peuvent commander leur terminal directement via starlink.com/cotedivoire. L’annonce […]
As Senegal faces a significant financial crisis, the nation is poised to take a crucial step in managing its public finances. Dakar is set to appoint the American investment bank Lazard as its financial advisor to address its sovereign debt. This selection is being closely observed by global investors, particularly in light of intense scrutiny […]
Politics Gabon and France forge a new partnership By Chief Editor July 16, 2026 137 No comment Libreville, Thursday, July 16, 2026 – The French National Day in Libreville on July 14 was not just a celebration of historical ties. Through the speech delivered by France’s ambassador to Gabon, Fabrice Mauriès, a clear picture emerged […]
Cameroon’s strategic pivot in oil refining The national oil refinery Sonara, headquartered in Limbé, is undergoing a significant strategic shift. After years of relying on private partnerships for its operations, the Cameroonian government has decided to prioritize a public partnership model to revitalize the sector. This move marks a departure from past approaches, signaling a […]
The potential candidacy of Macky Sall for the position of United Nations Secretary-General is sparking intense debate across Senegal. Days after the former president officially declared his intention to run for the top UN post, he returned to Dakar for a meeting with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. This visit has ignited fierce criticism from collectives […]
Breaking News Politique: «La crédibilité du multilatéralisme s’affaiblit lorsque la souveraineté des États est violée »: le plaidoyer de Félix Tshisekedi à Luanda pour le respect du droit international⠀ ⠀ Politique: Félix Tshisekedi à Luanda : «nous devons refuser la banalisation de la guerre et nous ne pouvons pas nous satisfaire d’une indignation sans lendemain, […]
Abidjan, 16 juillet 2026 – Le vice-président de l’Internationale libérale et ministre des Ressources animales et halieutiques, Sidi Touré, et la directrice régionale Afrique de l’Ouest de la Fondation Friedrich Naumann (FNF), Alexandra Heldt, ont lancé un plaidoyer pour une nouvelle approche du partenariat Afrique-Europe sur les questions migratoires. « La migration n’est pas d’abord […]
Peru’s president-elect Fujimori backs Morocco’s Sahara autonomy plan Keiko Fujimori, Peru’s president-elect, reaffirms support to Morocco’s territorial integrity and UN Resolution 2797 This stance marks a clear departure from decades of Peruvian ambiguity toward the Polisario Front Morocco’s Sahara autonomy plan gains Peruvian backing Shift in Peruvian diplomacy ends decades of ambiguity Historical context of […]
Sénégal: macky sall’s return sparks outrage ahead of meeting with bassirou diomaye faye Tensions rise in Dakar as former president Macky Sall returns to Senegal on Friday, July 17, for a meeting with current leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye. The visit has ignited fierce debate, with activists accusing Sall of evading accountability for the violent crackdown […]
In Toviklin, Couffo region, on a mid-July morning in 2026, residents, educators, and local leaders gathered to witness the unveiling of a groundbreaking social policy package. The government’s latest initiative commits a staggering 31 billion West African CFA francs to transform the daily lives of communities across Bénin, turning campaign promises into tangible action. immediate […]