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The leader of the Pastef party and current President of the National Assembly is conducting a grassroots tour across the Dakar suburbs, specifically in areas like Guédiawaye, Pikine, Keur Massar, and Rufisque. Despite stepping down from government duties and ongoing political tensions with the Head of State, his support among the people remains unwavering. During […]
Amidst Senegal’s evolving political landscape, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party and current President of the National Assembly, continues to draw immense crowds during his grassroots tour across Dakar’s working-class suburbs. His journey through areas like Guédiawaye, Pikine, Keur Massar, and Rufisque has been nothing short of electrifying, with residents lining the streets to […]
A devastating assault in northern Mali has left at least 50 soldiers dead, underscoring the persistent deterioration of the country’s security landscape. The coordinated strike, attributed to separatist fighters allied with jihadist factions, has once again highlighted the inadequacy of current military strategies in the region. The grim toll raises serious questions about the effectiveness […]
The embassies of Belgium and France in Kinshasa have issued a joint security advisory this week. They are urging their nationals to minimize travel and avoid venturing outdoors on July 22, 2026, due to an opposition-led march organized by the C64 coalition. This precautionary notice follows months of growing security challenges in the Democratic Republic […]
Western embassies issue travel warnings for Kinshasa ahead of July 22 protest Belgium and France have issued a joint security advisory for their citizens in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), urging them to avoid non-essential travel and stay indoors on July 22, 2026. The warning comes ahead of a planned opposition march organized […]
Belgium and France have jointly issued a security advisory for Kinshasa, urging their citizens to minimize travel and avoid venturing outdoors on July 22, 2026. The caution comes in response to an opposition-led march announced by the C64 coalition, as tensions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo intensify. The alert follows months of worsening […]
Diplomatic missions in Kinshasa have jointly issued a travel advisory urging caution among foreign nationals in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as an opposition-led demonstration approaches. On July 19, 2026, the embassies of Belgium and France warned their citizens to minimize non-essential travel and remain indoors on July 22, 2026, due to a […]
A violent attack on Mali’s military leaves over 50 soldiers dead More than fifty Malian soldiers were killed in a brutal ambush targeting a military convoy in central Mali. The attack, carried out by armed groups, unfolded in a remote area where security forces had been operating for weeks. Unprecedented violence in central Mali The […]
Morocco and France draft landmark treaty to redefine relations France is seeking to establish a fresh foundation for its partnership with Morocco through a groundbreaking bilateral treaty. The two nations are collaborating to draft a long-term agreement that reflects modern challenges and future opportunities. French Interior Minister Sébastien Lecornu unveiled this initiative during a joint […]
New bilateral treaty to reshape Morocco-France relations July 19, 2026 – 11:00 AM – Morocco France is seeking to redefine its long-term partnership with Morocco through a groundbreaking bilateral treaty. The agreement aims to modernize and stabilize cooperation between the two nations, addressing evolving global and regional challenges. French Interior Minister Sébastien Lecornu unveiled this […]
Morocco and France forge new bilateral treaty to redefine relations France is seeking to establish a fresh framework for its enduring partnership with Morocco through the creation of a comprehensive bilateral treaty. This landmark agreement aims to formalize long-term cooperation while aligning with the evolving geopolitical and economic landscape of the coming decades. French Interior […]
La finale de la Coupe du monde 2026 opposera, ce dimanche (21h), l’Argentine, tenante du titre, à l’Espagne, qui visera un 2e sacre. Voici les résultats complets de cette 23e édition. Jeudi 11 juin Mexique-Afrique du Sud : 2-0 Vendredi 12 juin Corée du Sud-République tchèque : 2-1Canada-Bosnie-Herzégovine : 1-1 Samedi 13 juin Etats-Unis-Paraguay : […]