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On the second day of his official tour in Libreville, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, who presides over the Refoundation of the Republic of Madagascar, embarked on a comprehensive exploration of several iconic landmarks within the Gabonese capital on Saturday, June 6. Accompanied by Hermann Immongault, Gabon’s Vice-President of the Government, the Malagasy leader’s itinerary included the […]
Cameroon’s Parliament convenes on June 9 for its second ordinary session of the year, a pivotal moment traditionally dedicated to the budget orientation debate. Lawmakers from both chambers will scrutinize the broad strokes of the 2027 budget proposal amid tightening financial conditions and lingering political uncertainty. The exercise takes center stage as the executive struggles […]
Dakar recently hosted the inaugural national congress of Pastef-Les Patriotes, the parliamentary majority party, which convened from Saturday, June 6, to Sunday, June 7. Established in 2014, the party utilized this significant event to invigorate its agenda amidst a shifting political landscape. Under the leadership of its president, Ousmane Sonko, Pastef aimed to define new […]
Abidjan is currently gripped by a series of significant developments, with widespread demolitions and evictions across the city taking center stage. Alongside these pressing social concerns, recent elections within the Union Nationale des Journalistes de Côte d’Ivoire (UNJCI) and the anticipation surrounding the 2026 Football World Cup are also drawing considerable attention. Regarding the ongoing […]
The Belgian government has confirmed the permanent closure of its embassy in Bamako, marking a historic shift in diplomatic relations. The decision, announced on June 5, takes full effect on June 30, ending decades of cooperation in development, culture, and economic exchange. This move follows growing concerns over security and political tensions in the region. […]
The second session of the political dialogue between Gabon and the European Union kicked off on 8 June 2026 at the Congress Palace in Libreville. The meeting brought together Gabonese officials and accredited EU member state representatives to review progress on commitments made during the first session. This structured exchange aligns with the formal framework […]
Could a forthcoming World Cup campaign tip the scales in favor of Real Madrid? As the French national team prepares to depart this week for their Boston base ahead of the 2026 World Cup (June 11-July 19), Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez is reportedly working behind the scenes on a transfer for Michael Olise, despite […]
Photo d’illustration The Ebola virus disease outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, continues to spread across eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. According to the latest situation report, health authorities have confirmed 515 cases since the start of the epidemic in the provinces of Ituri, North Kivu and South Kivu. The same report lists 91 deaths […]
An investigation has been launched to track down those responsible for the leak, as the ministry urges all 208,761 candidates to remain calm. The news broke on Saturday, 6 June 2026, when Nalova Lyonga, Cameroun’s minister of secondary education, officially announced the postponement of the GCE 2026 written exams. The decision came after confidential subject […]
Public health facilities across Morocco have faced alarming stockouts of rapid HIV tests, leaving patients without timely screening for over a year. At the same time, domestic manufacturers capable of supplying these tests within days remain sidelined. This isn’t merely a supply chain hiccup—it’s a systemic failure rooted in public procurement practices that ignore the […]
The fourth annual Mousso d’Or ceremony, held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in Ouagadougou, honored Burkinabè women whose dedication, leadership, and achievements significantly advance the nation’s development. This prestigious event, designed to champion feminine excellence, recognized outstanding women and organizations across various sectors of activity in Burkina Faso. As the evening concluded, the coveted Mousso […]
The meeting on 4 June 2026 between President Romuald Wadagni and a delegation from the Celestial Church of Christ brings an unexpected political insight: an exemplary state transition where two presidents share clear roles in a peace process that reaches beyond Bénin’s borders. Certain cases reveal the quality of governance by their very nature. The […]