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« Robertson quitte Liverpool et s’engage dans un transfert retentissant au sein de la Premier League » Mercato Liverpool Tottenham A. Robertson Andy Robertson is poised to continue his career in England for the upcoming season, with the seasoned left-back reportedly finalizing a personal agreement to join Tottenham Hotspur. Speculation regarding Robertson’s departure from Liverpool […]
Bénin’s new president Romuald Wadagni vows to strengthen national unity Romuald Wadagni, a 49-year-old economist and former finance minister, has been sworn in as the new President of Bénin following a landslide victory in the presidential election held on April 12. He secured an overwhelming 94% of the vote, leaving his sole opponent, politician Paul […]
This Sunday, May 24, Romuald Wadagni officially takes the helm as President of the Republic of Bénin in Cotonou, following his victory in the April 12 election. The former Finance Minister, long regarded as Patrice Talon’s natural successor, now assumes leadership after two terms marked by political tightening and accelerated economic transformation. The handover ceremony […]
The newly unveiled Côte d’Ivoire National Development Plan (NDP) 2026-2030 marks a bold leap forward in the country’s economic strategy. With a colossal budget of $209 billion, this roadmap aims to pivot Abidjan’s economy from its historical reliance on raw agricultural commodities toward a more diversified, industrial, and service-driven growth model. The core objective is […]
Paderborn20h00Wolfsburg first leg: 0 – 0 beIN Sports 1 compositions Paderborn – Wolfsburg live coverage Monday, May 25, 2026, 8:00 PM Bundesliga Playoff 2025-2026, Bundesliga Playoff, Second Leg Welcome to our live coverage of the decisive football encounter between Paderborn and Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga Playoff Second Leg. This critical match is set to kick […]
Mere hours after his official inauguration as Bénin’s head of state, Romuald Wadagni revealed the lineup of his inaugural government. This new administration, comprising 22 ministers and three delegated ministers, demonstrates a deliberate strategy to ensure continuity by retaining several key figures from the previous regime while also integrating fresh, strategic talents. […]
Liverpool’s iconic left-back, Andrew Robertson, is set to continue his Premier League journey with a high-profile switch to Tottenham Hotspur. The 32-year-old, whose contract with the Reds expired this summer, has agreed personal terms with Spurs, marking the end of a nine-year spell at Anfield that cemented his legacy as one of the club’s most […]
The unexpected political rift between Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has sent shockwaves through West Africa. After just two years in office, the once-united leadership team has dissolved amid growing fractures at the highest levels of government. This split marks a turning point for Senegal, a nation long praised […]
Senegal’s political upheaval: the four reasons behind the sonko-faye split Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. Ousmane Sonko – Diomaye Faye: the four reasons behind the split A significant political rift has emerged in Senegal, marking the separation between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. This […]
Turin derby delayed after violent clashes between fans leave one critically injured The highly anticipated Turin derby between Torino FC and Juventus FC, originally scheduled for 20:45 during the 38th matchday of Serie A, was postponed to 21:45 due to unrest among supporters outside the stadium. The delay came after violent confrontations erupted between rival […]
The economic heart of Côte d’Ivoire, Abidjan-Plateau, is hosting the third edition of the African Forum of Textile Care Professionals (FAPET) from May 20 to 22, 2026. This gathering brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators from across Africa to tackle the challenges and opportunities in modernizing and industrializing the continent’s textile care sector. a […]
The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) may be on the brink of another historic Champions League triumph, but the Préfecture de Paris has dashed supporters’ hopes of a celebratory parade down the Champs-Élysées. With the final against Arsenal just days away, authorities have confirmed that no official procession will take place, even if the French side claims […]