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Bénin celebrates yohan awhansou’s bronze at Accra 2026 african championships

A new triumph for Beninese athletics has unfolded in Accra. Competing in the triple jump event, athlete Yohan Awhansou proudly hoisted the national colors, securing a bronze medal with an impressive leap of 16.60 meters. This remarkable achievement elevates Benin’s medal count to two at these 2026 African Championships, underscoring the discipline’s strong momentum on […]

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Senegalese spiritual leader calls for national unity and dialogue

Speaking publicly, Chérif Bouna Samsidine Aïdara observed that Senegal is currently navigating “difficult moments,” making a strong plea for the nation to collectively uphold the values of peace and resilience. “We are witnessing concerning situations at the very pinnacle of the state, a profound crisis within the government’s highest echelons. Our leaders must be afforded […]

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France pushes un resolution for LGBT+ protection after Senegal’s stricter law

French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, revealed on the social platform X that Paris is advancing a draft resolution at the United Nations Human Rights Council. This initiative seeks to prohibit states from criminalizing LGBT+ individuals. The diplomatic effort from France emerges two months after Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye signed into […]

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Senegal’s government reignites efforts to address talibé child begging

During a recent visit to Diourbel, located in central Senegal, Minister Moussa Balla Fofana brought renewed attention to an issue that has challenged public policy for decades: the begging of talibé children. The government official characterized this situation as one of the most sensitive facing Senegalese society, signaling the executive’s intention to once again confront […]

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Laurent gbagbo re-elected as ppa-ci president amidst party restructuring in côte d’ivoire

The African Peoples’ Party – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) convened its inaugural ordinary congress on May 14, 2026, at the Palais de la Culture in Treichville, Abidjan. This significant political gathering saw the former Ivorian president, Laurent Gbagbo, confirmed once again at the helm of the party, alongside a series of disciplinary measures targeting several key […]

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Mauritania steps up sheep supply to Sénégal for tabaski amidst regional security concerns

Nouakchott has entered into an agreement to provide Dakar with 450,000 sheep, addressing the significant shortfall in livestock traditionally supplied by neighboring countries. This increased reliance on Mauritanian sources stems directly from the escalating insecurity in Mali, which historically served as a major provider of livestock to Senegal. Beyond Senegal, Mauritania is also expected to […]

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Senegal’s 2029 election: Bassirou Diomaye Faye clears path for Ousmane Sonko

Senegal’s 2029 election: Bassirou Diomaye Faye clears path for Ousmane Sonko In a decisive move, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has signed into law a controversial electoral reform bill, reshaping the political landscape ahead of the 2029 presidential election. The legislation, confirmed via an official decree, positions Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko as a leading contender […]

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Tchad’s freight sector takes digital leap with bnft training

Tchad advances freight sector with digital transformation training in N’Djamena Tchad’s Bureau National du Fret Terrestre (BNFT) completed a three-day digital training in N’Djamena, equipping transport officials with tools to modernize land freight operations. The Bureau National du Fret Terrestre (BNFT) wrapped up a pivotal three-day training on May 16, 2026, in N’Djamena, focusing on […]