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Malian military denies french soldier death claim amid infox campaign

Unverified claims surface during Anéfis clashes Between July 4 and 9 in Anéfis, Mali, national forces—backed by Russian African Corps elements—engaged terror groups in intense combat. Amid the fighting, false narratives emerged targeting the French military, whose troops left Mali in August 2022. These disinformation efforts falsely suggested a French soldier was killed alongside rebels […]

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Second wave of dismissals by bassirou diomaye faye shakes Senegal leadership

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has intensified a sweeping leadership overhaul by dismissing several additional high-profile directors-general this week, following an initial round of removals tied to political allegiances. high-profile removals mark second wave of restructuring The most prominent dismissal came at the Port autonome de Dakar, where Waly Diouf Bodiang, a long-standing figure within the […]

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Ongoing conflict in democratic republic of Congo fuels instability in great lakes region

The escalating violence in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo shows no signs of abating, with armed clashes and prolonged displacement of civilians heightening concerns over regional instability in the African Great Lakes. The persistent insecurity poses a significant obstacle to international efforts aimed at fostering peace and stability in the area. Local reports indicate […]

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Ivorian delegation leads CEDEAO talks in Freetown ahead of regional summit

Freetown is hosting the 96th ordinary session of the Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) Council of Ministers on July 17, 2026. Ivory Coast’s delegation, led by State Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Nialé Kaba, is present alongside Adama Dosso, Deputy Minister for African Integration and Ivorians Abroad. The high-level diplomatic engagement […]

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France tightens student visa rules for cameroonians amid fraud concerns

France tightens student visa rules for Cameroonians amid rising fraud concerns The French embassy in Cameroon explains the stricter financial requirements for student visa applicants seeking enrollment in private institutions in France. Journalist Name |July 17, 2026|2 min read AAA Stricter financial proof demanded for Cameroonian students The French embassy in Yaoundé has defended its […]

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Gabon fiscal reform 2026 boosts local production with tax breaks

The 2026 Supplementary Finance Law (LFR) approved by the Senate goes beyond balancing state revenues—it reshapes fiscal policy into a strategic lever for promoting Made in Gabon. Through targeted VAT reductions, exemptions, and incentives, the government aims to bolster the competitiveness of domestic industries, accelerate industrial processing, and lessen the country’s reliance on foreign goods. […]

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Burkina Faso under Ibrahim Traoré: the gap between rhetoric and reality

The narrative of a burgeoning « eldorado » under Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s leadership, as propagated by state-aligned media, appears increasingly disconnected from the lived experiences of many Burkinabè. While official discourse emphasizes a historic transformation and a progressive popular revolution, the day-to-day reality is dominated by persistent insecurity, economic hardship, and unmet expectations for tangible […]

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Ouagadougou: african union urges Burkina Faso to resume political transition

During a high-level visit to Ouagadougou, the African Union (AU) reiterated its call for Burkina Faso to expedite the restoration of constitutional order by holding elections and reopening the political space. The organization also reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining open dialogue with the transitional authorities in the country while continuing to support efforts to combat […]

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Police chiefs of Burkina Faso Niger and Mali unite for stronger security ties

Top police officials from Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali gathered in Ouagadougou this week to deepen security collaboration within the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). The meeting brought together police directors-general and security experts to draft a unified strategy addressing the region’s escalating security challenges. strengthening regional security through joint police efforts The three-day conference […]