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Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, recently became the focal point for African digital governance as the ninth international conference of the African Network of Personal Data Protection Authorities (RAPDP) convened for four days, commencing May 18, 2026. This significant gathering united over thirty nations from both Africa and Europe, featuring twenty-four African delegations alongside international experts, private […]
The highly anticipated draw for the AFCON 2027 qualifiers took place this past Tuesday in Cairo. Now, all 48 participating teams have their marching orders as they prepare for the road to the tournament. These nations have been split into 12 groups of four teams each. The top two finishers from every group will secure […]
Senegal steps up vigilance along Mali border as jihadist threat looms With 400 km of shared border and deep-rooted trade ties with Mali, Senegal is actively monitoring the escalating crisis in its eastern neighbor and across the Sahel region. Authorities in Dakar have chosen a low-profile yet robust approach to counter terrorist threats, avoiding public […]
Why Algeria’s shadow looms large over Mali’s northern conflict When you survey a map of the Sahel, the intricate connection between Algeria and northern Mali becomes impossible to ignore. The vast Sahara, stretching across borders, is home to the Tuareg people—a reality that has shaped Algiers’ unwavering foreign policy. For decades, Algeria has worked to […]
Bamako endures: daily life under state of emergency in Mali In Bamako, the vibrant capital city of Mali, a state of emergency persists, deeply impacting daily routines. Islamist militias have established blockades, severely restricting access to the city. Residents live with a palpable fear of potential terrorist attacks, while crucial food supplies are becoming increasingly […]
The decision by Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s regime to permanently shutter the Target Malaria project’s laboratories and mandate the destruction of its genetically modified mosquito samples marks a pivotal moment in Burkina Faso’s sovereignist rhetoric. While framed as a bold assertion of national autonomy, this drastic measure raises critical questions about the nation’s medical research future […]
18 mai 2026 23:16+02:00 Arsenal inches closer to Premier League glory with Havertz’s late strike against Burnley Player ratings Arsenal Burnley FEATURES Arsenal vs Burnley Premier League K. Havertz Arsenal edged Burnley 1-0 in a nervy encounter at the Emirates Stadium, with Kai Havertz’s towering header just before halftime sealing a crucial victory. The German’s […]
Arsenal makes decisive move toward Premier League crown Football Premier League With a Kai Havertz header from a corner, Arsenal secured a comfortable 1-0 win over Burnley at the Emirates Stadium. As league leaders, the Gunners now stand just one step away from the Premier League title, pending Manchester City’s result at Bournemouth on Tuesday […]
Sénégal: minister mabouba diagne sues media outlets for defamation Mabouba Diagne, a prominent minister, has initiated legal proceedings, filing a defamation lawsuit against several media organizations. He contends that these outlets disseminated inaccurate information connecting him to alleged improprieties detailed in a report from the Court of Accounts. This legal action prompts significant discussion regarding […]
On Sunday, aerial drone strikes conducted by the Malian army tragically claimed the lives of at least ten civilians. Among the victims were young individuals in Téné who were preparing for a traditional collective wedding ceremony. This devastating incident underscores the severe and ongoing security crisis plaguing the nation, characterized by persistent violence. The Malian […]
Tragic scenes marred the final Ligue 1 fixtures as pitch invasions disrupted two high-profile matches in Nantes and Nice over the weekend. The concluding fixtures of France’s top football division were overshadowed by unprecedented fan disturbances. Sunday evening witnessed two separate incidents of supporters breaching security barriers during games in Nantes and Nice. In Nice, […]