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The wait is finally over. Arsenal has clinched the Premier League title for the first time since the 2003-04 season, with a mathematical advantage secured by Manchester City‘s draw at Bournemouth. Under the leadership of Mikel Arteta, the Gunners have delivered a season of resilience and tactical brilliance, ending decades of near-misses and heartbreak in […]
Lomé has adopted a policy pioneered by Cotonou. The Togolese government has announced the complete abolition of entry visas for all African nationals. This landmark decision mirrors the regional integration strategy implemented by neighboring Benin since 2016. Lomé embraces Cotonou’s diplomatic model Foreign policy often sees successful strategies replicated across borders. By granting visa-free access […]
French lawmaker condemns surge in anti-LGBTQ+ persecution in Senegal A prominent French Member of the European Parliament has voiced strong opposition to the escalating crackdown on LGBTQ+ individuals in Senegal, warning of a dangerous wave of state-sanctioned persecution. The politician is urging immediate diplomatic intervention from France to safeguard those at risk. French politician decries […]
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko to address parliament this Friday This Friday, May 22, 2026, Burkina Faso’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko will deliver a pivotal address to the National Assembly during a session dedicated to parliamentary questions. The event marks a key moment in the legislative oversight of government actions, where elected representatives will have the […]
News Politics Ivorian civil society urges electoral reform and broad political dialogue By Staff Writer May 19, 2026 0 1 FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp The future of electoral governance in Côte d’Ivoire remains a hot-button issue following the dissolution of the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI). On May 14, 2026, the Platform of 37 Ivorian civil society organizations, NGOs, […]
Senegal learns can 2027 qualifiers group j opponents The Senegalese national team has learned its challengers for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualification campaign. The reigning continental champions, known as the Lions, have been drawn into Group J, where they will face Mozambique, Sudan, and Ethiopia. Despite their status, the Lions will need […]
The Nigerien government has recently implemented a decree capping rental prices in Niamey between 15,000 and 80,000 FCFA. While the policy aims to appease low-income citizens, it disregards fundamental economic principles. Rather than easing housing burdens, the measure risks stifling construction and exacerbating the very crisis it seeks to resolve. This decision, framed as a […]
Despite Matvey Safonov’s impressive performances in goal for Paris Saint-Germain since stepping in for Lucas Chevalier, his long-term future as the starting goalkeeper remains uncertain. Reports indicate that sporting advisor Luis Campos is actively working to finalize a significant transfer for FC Porto’s highly-rated shot-stopper, Diogo Costa. Following their triumphant capture of the French championship […]
As Burkina Faso finds itself increasingly mired in an unprecedented humanitarian and security crisis, the recent priorities of the transitional government have drawn considerable scrutiny. A palpable chasm appears to have emerged between official communication efforts and the grim realities confronting the nation’s front lines. This juxtaposition presents a striking, arguably unsettling, contrast. On one […]
Paris mayor ariel weil criticizes Senegal’s anti-homosexuality law Ariel Weil, the Mayor of Paris Centre, has ignited a significant debate regarding the rights of homosexual individuals in Senegal. His recent op-ed sharply criticizes what he perceives as repressive legislation and an environment of apprehension within the West African nation. Coinciding with the World Day Against […]
For over a year now, Chadian opposition leader Succès Masra has remained behind bars in N’Djaména. Following his arrest, the former Prime Minister was sentenced to two decades in prison for allegedly spreading a message in 2023 that, according to the court, later triggered deadly intercommunal clashes in southern Chad. As head of the Transformers […]
