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Burkina Faso: the digital militia’s impact on press freedom

In Burkina Faso, the struggle for press freedom has expanded beyond traditional newsrooms and field reporting, now encompassing the digital realm through orchestrated online harassment campaigns and strategic use of social media. A compelling investigation, published on July 23, 2026, by the NGO Reporters Without Borders (RSF), directly implicates the head of the military junta, […]

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Benin achieves 73% compliance with UEMOA reforms in 2026 review

On Thursday, July 23, 2026, the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Benin hosted the annual 2026 Review of UEMOA Community Reforms, Policies, Programs, and Projects. Following an in-depth assessment of 145 regulatory texts, the country achieved a 73% implementation rate—exceeding the 70% satisfactory threshold and underscoring Cotonou’s unwavering commitment to West African economic integration. […]

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Unravelling the historic special relationship between the united states and Morocco

The partnership between Washington and Rabat, often described as a ‘special relationship’, stands as one of the most venerable and distinctive in American diplomatic history. Tracing its intricate bilateral journey, we observe its unwavering historical bedrock alongside pragmatic adaptations during the Cold War, all characterized by a continuous pursuit of equilibrium. On June 23, 1786, […]

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Benin Morocco visa exemption set to boost bilateral ties

Diplomatic breakthrough in Cotonou: Morocco eyes visa-free travel for Beninese citizens The 7th session of the Benin-Morocco Joint Cooperation Commission, held in Cotonou, marked a historic moment in bilateral relations. Beyond the ratification of fourteen strategic agreements, a game-changing announcement emerged: Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita revealed plans to explore visa exemptions for ordinary Beninese […]

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Gold mining accountability in central africa must improve

In both Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo, the gold mining sector faces persistent challenges in revenue transparency and regulatory oversight. Despite ongoing efforts to formalize operations, critical gaps remain, leaving state coffers deprived of substantial earnings from this lucrative industry. Uneven progress in gold sector governance Recent assessments reveal that existing measures to […]

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Senegal pioneers green bonds to boost food self-sufficiency and energy transition

In a groundbreaking move for West Africa’s financial landscape, Swami Agri, an agro-industrial subsidiary of the Indo-Senegalese group Senegindia, has launched the region’s first-ever agricultural green bond. Valued at 30 billion West African CFA francs, this innovative financial instrument marks a turning point for the UEMOA market—traditionally dominated by public debt—by demonstrating how private enterprises […]

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Orange bank africa and sgpme unlock 17 billion cfa for ivoirean smes

Digital banking and state-backed guarantees join forces to boost SME growth In a landmark move to strengthen Côte d’Ivoire’s economic backbone, Orange Bank Africa, the country’s leading 100% digital bank, has signed two groundbreaking partnership agreements with the Société de Garantie des Crédits aux Petites et Moyennes Entreprises (SGPME). The collaborations, finalized in Abidjan on […]

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Ndeye Rokhaya Thiam stands firm with Ousmane Sonko amid political storms

Ndeye Rokhaya Thiam stands firm with Ousmane Sonko amid political storms As the newly appointed leader of Senegal’s shipping council, Ndeye Rokhaya Thiam has openly declared her unwavering loyalty to opposition figure Ousmane Sonko, deepening political divides in an already volatile climate. In a bold move, Ndeye Rokhaya Thiam, Director-General of the Senegalese Shippers Council […]