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The ongoing Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has now resulted in 438 deaths among a total of 1,406 reported cases, indicating a significant fatality rate of 31.2%. This grim update was released on Thursday by the National Institute of Public Health (INSP). Officially declared on May 15, this particular outbreak is […]
The leadership of the Assembly of States Parties (ASP) to the Rome Statute recently expressed profound apprehension regarding the stated intent of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC). This potential departure, the ASP presidency warned, could significantly undermine global endeavors to combat impunity. In an official statement, ASP […]
Nadia Calviño highlights Morocco’s strategic role during BEI visit The President of the European Investment Bank met Morocco’s Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and Economy Minister Nadia Fettah during her official visit. Agreements signed include €365 million in financing for rail and highway infrastructure projects. The first official visit of Nadia Calviño, President of the European […]
Christopher Raia, the Deputy Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), recently visited the International Police Cooperation Center (IPCC). This vital facility brings together representatives from law enforcement agencies and security services of all nations participating in the forthcoming 2026 World Cup, emphasizing a unified approach to global event safety. This high-profile visit underscores […]
Digital platforms, including prominent names like Meta, X, Instagram, TikTok, Netflix, and Spotify, have evolved far beyond mere entertainment or social connection. These global economic powerhouses have historically operated outside the traditional regulatory frameworks of sovereign states. In Morocco, this fiscal void is set to conclude on June 11, 2026, with the launch of a […]
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued a significant plea to Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, urging them to reverse their stated intention to withdraw from the Rome Statute, the foundational treaty governing the global judicial body. This direct appeal surfaces amidst a period of considerable political and diplomatic realignment within the Alliance of Sahel […]
Libreville, July 2, 2026 – As Gabon accelerates its economic and institutional transformation, the conclusion of British Ambassador Simon Day’s diplomatic mission signifies more than a mere departure. The audience granted by President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema on Wednesday underscored the growing strategic partnership between Libreville and London. This robust relationship is built upon shared […]
Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe recently participated in an exclusive interview with our editorial team. This discussion comes on the heels of the sixth Joint Follow-up Committee meeting between Kigali and Kinshasa, held last week in London. During this crucial gathering, both nations reaffirmed their commitment to easing tensions, particularly in the volatile Minembwe region, […]
Christopher Raia, the Deputy Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), recently visited the International Police Cooperation Center (IPCC). This crucial hub brings together representatives from law enforcement and security agencies of all nations involved in the upcoming 2026 World Cup. This visit forms an integral part of the comprehensive, high-level security framework established […]
Foreign policy Morocco and France’s economic partnership soars to €15 billion Addressing over 300 business leaders, investors, and policymakers, Nicolas Forissier, France’s Minister of State for Foreign Trade and Economic Attractiveness, praised the exceptional bilateral relationship between Morocco and France, built on shared global trade principles. During a high-profile event in Paris, Nicolas Forissier highlighted […]
In the remote town of Obo, located in the Haut-Mbomou region of Central Africa, a disturbing incident unfolded last week when Russian mercenaries from the Wagner Group launched a surface-to-surface missile toward the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Investigations reveal that the projectile originated from an abandoned American military base, left unsecured after U.S. troops […]
PoliticsSenegal Opposition parties rally behind Bassirou Diomaye Faye against constitutional reforms A tactical alliance emerges as Senegal’s Democratic Party backs the president’s referendum plan while opposing controversial constitutional changes proposed by Ousmane Sonko’s movement. The Senegalese Democratic Party (PDS) has taken a decisive stance against the constitutional reform bill currently making headlines in Dakar. Party […]