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The European Union’s newly appointed ambassador, Amador Sanchez Rico, formally presented his credentials to Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno in a solemn ceremony held on May 19. The event took place at the Palais Toumaï, attended by the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, in charge of African Integration and Chadians Abroad, Fatimé Aldjineh Garfa. […]

The Sambisa Forest, sprawling across 60,000 square kilometers in Nigeria’s Northeast, once thrived as a lush natural reserve beloved by tourists. Today, its dense canopy and rugged terrain have transformed it into a battleground—one where two rival militant factions vie for dominance while government forces pursue them relentlessly. The split within Boko Haram in 2016 […]

Dakar, the vibrant capital of Sénégal, has become the epicenter of critical conversations surrounding the nation’s ecological and energy future. The fourth edition of the Université de l’Environnement et de l’Énergie kicked off this week, drawing together policymakers, scientists, renewable energy advocates, and grassroots organizations to address pressing environmental challenges. Dialogue and collaboration for a […]

During the launch of the second edition of the Sénégal Space Week 2026, General Birame Diop, Minister of Armed Forces representing President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, delivered a powerful message to experts and international partners. He emphasized that modern security challenges extend beyond conventional borders, with space technology, data analytics, and emerging innovations playing a pivotal […]

National Assembly to Host Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko in Key Session A pivotal session at the Sénégal National Assembly is scheduled for this Friday, May 22, 2026, where the Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and his cabinet members will address pressing national issues during the government accountability session. The official convocation, signed by the Assembly President […]

The political landscape in the Central African Republic is witnessing a dramatic shift as Russian-backed mercenaries officially insert themselves into the operations of the Mouvement Patriotique pour la Centrafrique (MPC), a prominent armed faction. This intervention has triggered a chain reaction within the group’s leadership, culminating in the relocation of both Didot Ali and his […]

Senegal’s UEMOA reform progress shows resilience amid targeted challenges The Minister of Finance and Budget, Cheikh Diba, led a high-level review in Dakar as part of the UEMOA community reforms assessment, joined by Abdoulaye Diop, President of the UEMOA Commission, and key government officials. This eleventh edition of the annual review, now held biennially following […]

The Prime Minister of Burkina Faso, Ousmane Sonko, and his cabinet are scheduled to appear before the National Assembly this Friday, May 22, 2026, for the customary session of questions to the government. This parliamentary encounter, announced by El Malick Ndiaye, President of the National Assembly, serves as a key mechanism for lawmakers to scrutinize […]

Senegal’s Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, is set to appear before the National Assembly this Friday, May 22, 2026. The head of government will engage with parliamentarians during a dedicated session focused on current national issues and governmental actions. This crucial question-and-answer session forms an integral part of the legislative oversight process. It provides deputies with […]

In a significant display of its escalating power, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) recently launched a devastating assault on a Chinese-operated mining facility in Naréna, Mali. This brazen attack, near the Guinean border, resulted in extensive material damage and, more alarmingly, the abduction of nine Chinese nationals. The incident starkly […]

As the summer transfer window heats up, Olympique de Marseille faces a financial crunch that could reshape its squad. With the club’s revenue streams disrupted by the absence of UEFA Champions League qualification, leadership is under pressure to make tough decisions—including the potential sale of key players to stabilize finances. The situation has reached a […]

french officials and associations intensify efforts against Senegal’s anti-lgbt+ legislation Leading French advocacy group STOP homophobie is currently providing crucial assistance to 68 individuals detained in Senegal. lire plus tard Pour sauvegarder cet article, connectez-vous ou créez un compte franceinfo Sans paiement. Sans abonnement. Fermer la fenêtre d’activation des notifications franceinfo créer votre compte se […]