In a decisive move reflecting deepening diplomatic fissures, France has withdrawn all its diplomats stationed in Burkina Faso, as confirmed by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The decision follows Ouagadougou’s unilateral decision to sever all diplomatic ties with Paris, a move announced on June 26. All French diplomatic staff have already returned to France […]
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Gabon advances marine conservation with public consultations on zoning plan
Libreville — The Gabonese government is actively engaging coastal communities in a series of public consultations to finalize the National Marine Space Zoning Plan. Teams from the Ministry of the Blue Economy have been touring key fishing hubs, including Port-Gentil, to present the project and gather input from local stakeholders. The initiative aims to establish […]
Imam Kanté Reveals Details on Sonko’s Special Funds Use
Imam Kanté Reveals Details on Sonko’s Special Funds Use Imam Kanté, a prominent figure in Senegalese politics, has unveiled new information about the use of special funds by Ousmane Sonko, the country’s current president.
Séngal: Président Bassirou Diomaye Faye Année Sonko Crée son Parti Politique
Le Sénégal Enters Dans Une Nouvelle Étape Politique Le président séguané Bassirou Diomaye Faye, est en train de créer son propre parti politique. Cette initiative confirme la rupture avec son ancien allié Ousmane Sonko et son ancien camp, le Pastef. Aminata Touré, conseillère principale du président, a été chargée de mettre en place un groupe […]
Two years of AES: sovereignty rhetoric contrasted with persistent challenges
The establishment of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES) two years ago was heralded by Captain Ibrahim Traoré as a landmark achievement in political and strategic unity, rooted in the principles of sovereignty, solidarity, and cooperation among Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. While this narrative resonates with a segment of the public, it has yet […]
Sud-Kivu : le groupe armé Twirwaneho revendique la chute de Point Zéro, principal bastion des FARDC et de la FDNB dans les hauts plateaux
Le groupe armé Twirwaneho a revendiqué l’occupation de la position stratégique de Point Zéro, principale base des forces armées de la République démocratique du Congo (FARDC) et de la Force de défense nationale du Burundi (FDNB) dans les hauts plateaux du Sud-Kivu. Située dans le massif d'Itombwe, cette base permet de contrôler plusieurs axes stratégiques […]
Burkina Faso Seeks Stronger Security and Economic Ties During Recent Week
The recent week in Burkina Faso saw a flurry of government initiatives, institutional decisions, and major events impacting security, economy, culture, and sports. On the institutional front, Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo installed the IPN-Farafina orientation council. This strategic body, comprising individuals from diverse backgrounds, will define the institution’s main orientations and promote indigenous […]
France withdraws all diplomats as Burkina Faso severs ties
France withdraws all diplomats as Burkina Faso severs ties Burkina Faso, under the leadership of military junta chief Ibrahim Traoré, declared its decision last Friday to sever diplomatic relations with Paris. Ibrahim Traoré, May 10, 2025, in Moscow. All French diplomats stationed in Burkina Faso have returned to France as of late last week. Concurrently, […]
Congo opposition leaders meet Burundi president over political crisis
With the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) embroiled in deep political and institutional turmoil, a high-level delegation of opposition figures and religious leaders has arrived in Bujumbura. The group, representing the Article 64 coalition (C64), the National Episcopal Conference of the Congo (CENCO), and the Church of Christ in Congo (ECC), is participating in […]
Mali army gains upper hand against armed groups in key regions
The Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) have declared a decisive turnaround in their operations, asserting full control over regions previously targeted by coordinated attacks from the Azawad Liberation Front in the north and the Support Group for Islam and Muslims—an Al-Qaeda affiliate—in central and southern Mali. In a formal statement, the FAMa detailed ongoing clashes that […]
Mali army regains control in key combat zones against armed groups
The Malian Armed Forces (FAMA) have declared they have regained the upper hand and secured all targeted regions following coordinated attacks by the Azawad Liberation Front in the north and the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (GSIM), an Al-Qaeda affiliate, in central and southern Mali. Sustained military action drives enemy forces back In an […]
Mali army regains control amid clashes with armed groups in north and center
The Malian Armed Forces (FAMA) have declared a renewed upper hand in operations across critical combat zones targeted by both the Azawad Liberation Front in the north and the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda affiliate, in the central and southern regions. Recent clashes highlight resilience of Malian forces In a detailed […]











