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Algeria and Chad have formalized a new agreement in N’Djamena to fast-track infrastructure and public works projects, including the trans-Saharan highway initiative. The deal, signed during a working visit by the Algerian delegation, aims to deepen bilateral cooperation and expedite commitments made in April. Key developments in Algeria-Chad infrastructure collaboration The memorandum was signed by […]
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Tchad Tchad: street vendors’ rise and the hidden burden on children In Chad’s bustling markets, women dominate street vending—but at what cost to their children’s futures? Between economic survival and lost childhoods, the trade-off remains stark. From sunrise to dusk, women balance towering baskets of fresh mangoes, golden beignets, or vibrant fabrics as they navigate […]
The National Superior Police School in Porto-Novo, Bénin, recently inaugurated a series of advanced preparatory courses on Wednesday, May 14, 2026. These crucial programs are designed for aspiring leaders seeking the Higher Diploma in Security Studies (Bess), the Staff Diploma for Security Forces (Demes), and the Special Staff Diploma for Security Forces, marking a significant […]
The High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP) of PASTEF-Les Patriotes officially initiated the process for electing the party president on May 14, 2026. The institution’s ruling, identified as decision n°001/2026/HARP, declared the submission period for candidacies open from May 15 until May 20, 2026, at noon. A procedure addressing Diomaye’s critiques? This pivotal decision makes […]
This Saturday, May 16, marks a somber anniversary: one full year since the prominent Chadian opposition figure, Succès Masra, was first incarcerated. As his party, Les Transformateurs, reflects on this milestone, questions arise about the future and resilience of the political movement he founded. The former Prime Minister and head of Les Transformateurs party received […]
For decades, May in Senegal has symbolized a season of heightened social activism, rooted in historical movements like the global labor day on May 1st and the influential Mai 68 protests that reshaped labor and education systems across Francophone Africa. Today, the country is experiencing another wave of dissent, with multiple sectors erupting in parallel […]
15 mai 2026 10:31+02:00 Harvey Elliott’s premier league loan nightmare: an uncertain future at Liverpool Analysis H. Elliott U. Emery Aston Villa Liverpool A. Slot Premier League FEATURES Aston Villa vs Liverpool Harvey Elliott finds himself sidelined for the Friday night clash against his parent club, Liverpool, while on loan at Aston Villa. However, even […]
Côte d’Ivoire anticipates potential sheep shortage for Tabaski Concerns are mounting across Côte d’Ivoire following Burkina Faso’s recent decision to indefinitely suspend its livestock exports. With the significant Muslim festival of Tabaski just ten days away, the impact of this ban is keenly felt in a nation that relies heavily on imported animals for its […]
Gassim Chérif Mahamat, Chad’s Minister of Communication and government spokesperson, stated to the national press on Thursday that “These accusations are designed to discredit the Chadian army and could undermine its integrity. The Chadian armed forces remain professional and are at the forefront of the fight against terrorism across the Sahel and within the Lake […]
May 15, 2026 4-minute read. Generated file on Read in app “If the Russian mercenaries leave, we will go home.” In Mauritania, where he fled the brutal conflict tearing apart his native Mali, Mosso* clings to the fragile hope of returning after the late-April offensive by Malian troops and their Russia-backed Africa Corps allies. Coordinated […]
Abidjan has inaugurated the third annual mobile phones and applications exhibition, underscoring Côte d’Ivoire’s strategic commitment to developing a comprehensive mobile digital ecosystem, engaging both local and international stakeholders. This significant event brings together device manufacturers, application developers, telecommunications operators, and government officials. In Côte d’Ivoire, smartphones have become the primary gateway to internet access […]