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In the heart of central Mali, a high-level government delegation led by Ismaël Wagué, Minister of State for Reconciliation, Peace, and National Cohesion, arrived in Bandiagara on Monday, May 11, 2026. The visit followed a devastating terrorist attack on the villages of Kori-Kori and Gomossogou in the Bankass district on May 6, which left communities […]
The sudden withdrawal of the official recognition granted to Togbui Adjikou Lanklivi 1st, paramount chief of Adakpamé Kpota-Colas in Lomé’s Golfe 1 district, has sparked intense debate across Togo’s traditional, administrative, and political circles. For days, the issue has dominated social media conversations and public discussions, blending legal inquiries, protocol considerations, and the broader implications […]
As the rainy season approaches, Niger’s authorities are raising urgent concerns about potential livestock losses and infrastructure damage expected during the 2026 hivernage (rainy season). The Operational Centre for Monitoring, Alerting, and Crisis Management (COVACC) under the Interior Ministry has issued a strong warning to rural communities, particularly pastoralists, urging heightened vigilance. On May 11, […]
The extradition process of Kemi Seba, also known as Stellio Gilles Robert Capo Chichi, is unfolding in Pretoria, where the activist has raised concerns about his safety if returned to Bénin. While his dramatic statements before the court may stir emotions, a closer look at legal realities and recent events suggests these fears are unfounded. […]
When Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) face Racing Club de Lens this Wednesday evening, the stakes extend far beyond a routine Ligue 1 fixture. For both clubs, the encounter represents a unique convergence of ambition, pride, and the sheer joy of football. Speaking to the press on Tuesday, PSG manager Luis Enrique framed the clash as “a […]
Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno made a firm pledge on 5 May when he declared on social media: “We will continue this fight with fresh resolve until this danger is completely wiped out.” His statement followed a brutal assault by a Boko Haram offshoot on the military outpost at Barka Tolorom, situated on the […]
The President of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, delivered a stern warning in a May 5th statement on Facebook: “We will continue this fight with unwavering resolve until this threat is completely eliminated.” His remarks came in response to a brutal assault carried out by a Boko Haram splinter faction on the military base at […]
In a firm declaration, Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno vowed to intensify efforts against the persistent threat posed by Boko Haram. On May 5, he took to social media to assert: “Our resolve remains unshaken as we escalate our campaign to eliminate this danger once and for all.” His statement followed a devastating assault […]
Le président du Tchad, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, a réaffirmé hier son engagement à éradiquer la menace de Boko Haram, trois jours après une attaque violente contre une base militaire sur le lac Tchad qui a fait au moins 24 morts. « Nous allons poursuivre cette lutte avec une détermination redoublée », a-t-il déclaré, selon […]
The growing divide between Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has become a focal point for opposition scrutiny. Abdou Mbow, a prominent figure in the Takku Wallu parliamentary group and the Alliance pour la République (APR), recently highlighted what he describes as a political power struggle and an institutional crisis gripping […]
For a considerable period, the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) in Côte d’Ivoire has been at the epicenter of political friction, acting as a perennial point of disagreement between the ruling administration and opposition groups. Its dissolution was formally announced on May 6 by Amadou Coulibaly, the government spokesperson. Coulibaly affirmed that this move is intended […]
On a pivotal gathering in N’Djamena, logistics experts from Cameroon, Chad, and the Central African Republic convened to tackle persistent hurdles in regional transit. The fifth tripartite forum, held under the theme of enhancing trade fluidity, centered on slashing logistics expenses and deepening economic integration across these neighboring nations. Over two intensive days of deliberations, […]