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The Moroccan Ministry of Equipment and Water, alongside the European Union and key European financial institutions, has launched a landmark initiative valued at 3.7 billion Moroccan dirhams (348 million euros). This collaborative effort, framed within the ‘Team Europe’ approach, aims to bolster the country’s National Water Plan (PNE) through a blend of grants and concessional […]
Politics Gabon reshapes military legacy with historic base transformation By Editor-in-Chief June 3, 2026 109 No comment Libreville, June 3, 2026 — When President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema announced the imminent closure of Camp de Gaulle, he wasn’t merely rebranding a military facility. He was turning the page on Gabon’s relationship with its colonial past […]
Algeria’s Prime Minister, Sifi Ghrieb, made an official visit to Niamey on Wednesday, where he presided over the inauguration of the Solidarité power plant in the Gorou Banda district. This landmark event marks the start of full-scale operations for the facility, a key milestone in the energy partnership between Niger and Algeria. The ceremony took […]
High-level diplomatic engagement in Rabat His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Ben Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, concluded a private working session in Rabat on Tuesday. The meeting centered on key regional and international challenges, with particular emphasis on developments in the Gulf and Middle […]
After six years of paralysis, does a presidential decree alone revive Cameroon’s key judicial body? The Council Superior de la Magistrature (CSM), Cameroon’s constitutional body overseeing judges’ careers and independence, has been dormant for nearly six years. On June 2, 2026, President Paul Biya signed a decree renewing its members—but the move may not immediately […]
N’Djamena — Authorities in Tchad have unveiled a coordinated security operation that led to the arrest of 29 individuals suspected of involvement in serious criminal activities across the capital. multi-agency crackdown targets armed crime networks The nationwide sweep, executed between May 15 and June 1, 2026, brought together specialized units including the National Intelligence Cell, […]
Chad’s political landscape: a deepening authoritarian shift N’Djamena’s current leadership appears set on perpetuating a destructive cycle of coups and violent confrontations. Just two weeks after their initial arrest for organizing a march to protest governance issues in Chad, eight prominent opposition figures received hefty eight-year prison sentences. Their collective, the “Groupe de concertation des […]
The partnership between Morocco and the United Arab Emirates stands out as a shining example of pragmatic cooperation and strategic alliance, rooted in deep historical bonds forged by the late King Hassan II and Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Recent high-level exchanges between the two nations highlight their shared vision, mutual political backing, and […]
The Prime Minister of Algeria, Mr. Sifi Ghrieb, arrived in Niamey on Wednesday for an official visit to Niger, mandated by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. The trip underscores the commitment of both nations to deepen fraternal bonds, foster cooperation, and expand strategic partnerships across multiple sectors. Strengthening diplomatic and economic ties The visit comes at a […]
France’s new ambassador to Morocco strengthens bilateral ties under Macron Diplomat Philippe Lalliot officially presented his credentials to Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, marking the start of a strategic reset in Franco-Moroccan relations after years of strained ties. The Sahara factor and strategic shift Economic investments and 2030 World Cup focus Challenges of a new […]
Niamey’s water infrastructure took a significant step forward as a high-level delegation inspected the ongoing construction of the city’s third drinking water treatment plant. Led by Zibo Zakara, National Coordinator of the Integrated Water Security Platform in Niger (PISEN), Mohamed Nanzoul, World Bank Project Manager, and officials from Niger’s Water Heritage Society (SPEN), the team […]
International •Africa Senegal’s democratic decline under President Bassirou Diomaye Faye Jean-Yves Camus Columnist CH Premium article 3 min read Share Share Senegal’s recent criminalization of homosexuality marks a defining moment in the nation’s history. Over the past several years, internal political tensions have intensified. Under President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the country is increasingly shifting toward […]