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The transit fee collected by Cameroon for transporting Chadian oil through the Chad-Cameroon pipeline reached 12.2 billion Central African CFA francs during the first four months of 2026. According to the Pipeline Steering and Monitoring Committee (CPSP), this represents an increase of 1.2 billion FCFA compared to the same period in 2025, marking an 11% […]
The Senegalese political landscape faces one of its most challenging phases since the March 2024 election victory of Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko. Once inseparable figures representing the PASTEF’s vision, their relationship now reveals growing tensions between the head of state and the party’s long-standing leader. This development unfolds against a backdrop of significant […]
Regional partnerships Bénin and Niger deepen bilateral cooperation in Niamey The leaders of Bénin and Niger have pledged to deepen their strategic alliance, with a renewed focus on security collaboration and economic partnership. Regional Report — 2 min read Share The President of Bénin, Romuald Wadagni, concluded a two-day working visit to Niamey on June […]
The Algerian Prime Minister Sami Grieb landed in Niamey this Wednesday to strengthen bilateral ties, marking his second official visit in months. Upon arrival, he was greeted by Niger’s Prime Minister Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine, with a key agenda item: the inauguration of a 40-megawatt power plant gifted by Algeria. Boosting Niger’s energy independence with […]
On June 2, 2026, Benin’s President Romuald Wadagni embarked on an official visit to Ouagadougou, where he was welcomed by Burkina Faso’s head of state, Captain Ibrahim Traoré. The visit underscored a commitment to deepen the long-standing friendship and expand bilateral cooperation between the two nations. strengthening regional alliances and addressing shared challenges The meeting […]
Manchester United has confirmed the permanent departure of striker Rasmus Hojlund, who will continue his career at Serie A side Napoli. The 23-year-old Danish international, acquired from Atalanta in 2023, completes his move to Italy after a highly productive loan spell that convinced Napoli to activate an obligatory purchase clause. a successful loan paves the […]
Morocco and UAE deepen strategic partnership amid Middle East tensions King Mohammed VI of Morocco and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan consolidate a powerful alliance rooted in massive infrastructure investments and maritime control, strengthening regional stability. Economic alliance figures: from gas pipelines to high-speed rail Mutual support price: Sahara stability for Gulf […]
Morocco has officially launched a groundbreaking €348 million (3.7 billion Moroccan dirhams) initiative to bolster its national water policy, a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Equipment and Water, the European Union (EU), Germany, France, and Italy. The program marks a significant step in international cooperation under the “Team Europe” approach, pooling resources from multiple […]
In Dakar’s political landscape, a dissonant chorus of voices is emerging—not from the opposition benches, but from within the very party that has long dominated Senegal’s governance. What appears to be an institutional crisis may, in reality, be the unraveling of a once-unified political force grappling with the realities of power after years spent in […]
In a pivotal moment for the Martinez Zogo case, the Yaoundé military court recently screened a video that has sent shockwaves through Cameroon’s legal and media spheres. The footage, depicting the journalist’s final moments, was aired during a two-day hearing on June 1st and 2nd, 2026, leaving an indelible mark on those present. Emotional turmoil […]
political tensions rise as sonko questions justice minister appointment The appointment of Me Moussa Sarr as Senegal’s new Justice Minister has raised immediate concerns within the Pastef party led by Ousmane Sonko. The opposition leader questions the selection, citing the minister-elect’s past involvement in controversial legal cases that could reignite existing judicial tensions. From the […]
Since Tuesday, June 3, 2026, Lomé has been the venue for a crucial Regional Dialogue aimed at strengthening the prevention agenda across the Gulf of Guinea. This significant gathering brings together government representatives, regional institutions, various United Nations agencies, technical and financial partners, and community stakeholders actively involved in peacebuilding and conflict prevention efforts. […]