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The Constitutional Council’s decision on Ousmane Sonko’s reinstatement to the National Assembly has sparked intense criticism and debate within Senegal’s legal circles. This ruling, which may signal a shift in jurisprudence, raises questions about institutional coherence amid fundamental constitutional challenges. The June 17, 2026 ruling by the constitutional judge in the matter of Ousmane Sonko’s […]

While some users welcome an innovative measure, others worry about its impact on safety, considering the infrastructure less suitable. “I think it’s a good measure, since traffic itself is regulated by law. If they decide that Mio-type motorbikes join the small motorbikes on the small lane, I find that normal,” says Ben Ouattara, a delivery […]

On Thursday, 18 June 2026, Ivorian authorities officially opened a biochar production unit in Attinguié, located in the PK 31 industrial zone on the outskirts of Abidjan. Led by the Valency International group, this industrial project aims to convert cashew shells—long treated as production waste—into high-value resources for the energy and industrial sectors. The inauguration […]

Gabon officially unveiled its 2026–2035 energy plan in Cape Town, on the sidelines of the African Energy Forum, one of the continent’s key sector gatherings. The Gabonese delegation, led by Philippe Tonangoye, minister for universal access to water and energy, outlined the country’s strategic priorities before an audience spanning over 45 nations, international financial institutions, […]

Just days after a dominant defeat against Australia, Turkey suffered another narrow loss, this time 0-1 to Paraguay. The Turkish side conceded an early goal and, despite playing with a man advantage for the entire second half, were unable to find an equaliser. The result eliminates Turkey from the 2026 World Cup.

This outage could not have come at a worse time, right in the middle of a hot season when basic comfort depends on working air conditioners and fans. Since dawn on June 15, SEEG customers have been unable to purchase EDAN units, the credits essential for their prepaid meters. In an official statement, the utility […]

When Brazil won the World Cup in the United States in 1994, ending a 24-year drought, head coach Carlos Alberto Parreira faced criticism for his team’s dull play, especially in the final against Italy. Not just from journalists and fans, but even from his own mother. In Brazil, the result is never enough — style […]

Netherlands defender Jan Paul van Hecke spoke to the press on the eve of the Netherlands vs Sweden match, scheduled for Saturday at 7 PM, just three days after his transfer to Tottenham. Jan Paul van Hecke lors de la conférence de presse des Pays-Bas, ce vendredi. (P. Noble/Reuters) Asked how it feels to be […]

Two matches, two goals! After opening the World Cup with a strike against Brazil, Ismaël Saïbari delivered again against Scotland. A thunderous shot under the crossbar just two minutes into the game proved to be the only goal, virtually securing Morocco’s place in the round of 16. With four points from two games and a […]

Dakar — On Friday, June 19, the National Assembly of Sénégal, following the Conference of Presidents (CDP), announced a dense legislative calendar. Bills concerning the Labour Code and the Social Security Code are scheduled for committee review on Saturday, June 20, before heading to plenary session on Monday, June 22. Yet the constitutional revision proposal […]

New details have emerged about the terrorist attack that struck a military base inside Niamey’s Diori Hamani International Airport on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Late that evening, after several hours of sweeping operations, the Nigerien army released an official casualty toll. The attack was claimed by the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an […]

A day-long celebration marking 65 years of diplomatic relations between Morocco and Vietnam took place Friday in Rabat, organized by the Vietnamese embassy in partnership with the High Commission for former resistance fighters and former members of the liberation army. As part of the event, a themed exhibition titled “President Ho Chi Minh – Symbol […]