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Gabon’s boulevard de la transition: a dual challenge of construction and financial accountability Libreville, Wednesday, August 26, 2026 – In Libreville, the ambitious Boulevard de la Transition project is now advancing on two crucial fronts. On-site, heavy machinery must accelerate its pace to compensate for delays and deliver the initial sections of the road. Simultaneously, […]
In a significant political development in Senegal, the Parti Kiiraay Les Patriotes Républicains, a party aligned with President Diomaye Faye, has leveled serious accusations against former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. The party claims Sonko was involved in the “scandalous” use of approximately 3.7 billion FCFA from the dedicated “Jamm pour la Paix en Casamance” account […]
As Niamey insists on keeping its border with Bénin sealed, citing demands for security assurances, a delicate question emerges regarding Niger’s position: if a French military presence in a neighboring country constitutes a threat significant enough to justify a border closure, shouldn’t this same logic extend to Chad? The frontier separating Niger and Bénin remains […]
Nestled in eastern Chad, the city of Abéché stands as a vibrant hub, deeply intertwined with its neighbor, Sudan. Often described as the most Sudanese of Chadian cities, Abéché reflects a rich cultural exchange and historical connection that shapes its unique identity within the region. This profound link has become even more pronounced amidst the […]
Togolese diplomacy has achieved another significant breakthrough. Through a dedicated mediation effort led by President Faure Gnassingbé, twenty-two Malian military personnel, previously held captive by Tuareg rebels of the Front de libération de l’Azawad (FLA), regained their freedom on Sunday, August 23. This successful release concludes several months of detention in Mali’s northern regions. Prisoner […]
Spain’s Defense Minister, Margarita Robles, confirmed before Congress on Tuesday that a recent Supreme Court ruling regarding border repatriations in Sebta had created a ‘pull effect,’ contributing significantly to the mass arrival of migrants recorded on July 30 and 31. Robles supported her assertions with findings from a Spanish Defense Staff report, which detailed the […]
Senegal’s asset declaration law: what it means for top officials The Senegalese Parliament has given its approval to a new legislative text, championed by the Pastef parliamentary majority. This significant law mandates that the nation’s highest-ranking officials must submit a second declaration of their assets at the conclusion of their term, supplementing the initial declaration […]
Linz ASK21h00Celtic Glasgow aller : 0 – 3 Linz ASK versus Celtic Glasgow: live updates tuesday 25 august 2026, 21h00 UEFA Champions League 2026-2027, qualification play-offs, return leg Welcome to our live coverage of this crucial champions league encounter Tonight, the Raiffeisen Arena in Linz sets the stage for a pivotal UEFA Champions League play-off […]
The inaugural session of the Sahel States Confederation (AES) Parliament officially commenced on Monday in Niamey, Niger, marking a significant step with the installation of 45 confederal deputies representing Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. The prestigious event unfolded at the Mahatma Gandhi Conference Center. Presiding over the ceremony was Ousmane Bougouma, who serves as the […]
The Democratic Republic of Congo and M23 rebels reach agreement on peace talks framework The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebel group, reportedly backed by Rwanda, have successfully agreed upon a comprehensive roadmap for advancing peace negotiations. Following five days of intensive discussions held in Switzerland, a joint declaration was […]
General Abdourahamane Tiani has recently launched a training camp that brings together over 300 young Nigeriens. While framed as a civic commitment, a national rallying cry, and a rebuilding effort, this initiative draws inspiration from the Burkinabè model championed by Captain Ibrahim Traoré. However, beneath the carefully crafted messaging and the glorification of an “engaged […]
A profoundly destructive assault struck Tessa, located in the Dosso department in southwestern Niger, on Friday, August 21, 2026. This exceptionally violent incident resulted in the tragic deaths of 18 gendarmes, reportedly at the hands of heavily armed assailants. The attack also inflicted substantial material damage and severely disrupted the region’s economic activities. A particularly […]