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In Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s latest statements have intensified discussions about the nature of his leadership and the country’s political direction since the September 2022 coup. His unequivocal declarations now clearly signal an intent to openly embrace a seizure of power outside constitutional frameworks, reframing this breach as an acceptable political precedent. The facts […]
Opposition leader urges Cameroon’s Constitutional Council to declare presidential vacancy Cameroon’s opposition figure Jean-Michel Nintcheu has formally requested the Constitutional Council to recognize a vacancy in the presidency following President Paul Biya’s prolonged absence from the country. Journalist Name | July 21, 2026 | 2 min read Political tensions rise over president’s extended stay in […]
For three intensive days, Gabon’s head of state, General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, embarked on a high-stakes state visit to France. At the heart of his discussions with President Emmanuel Macron were two critical issues: redefining the future of the Camp de Gaulle military base and accelerating the country’s local transformation of manganese. This diplomatic […]
Just days after hosting former President Macky Sall at the Presidential Palace, Senegalese leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye formally announced on July 20 the country’s full support for Sall’s candidacy for UN Secretary-General. The diplomatic backing comes with Senegal mobilizing its entire diplomatic apparatus to present Sall’s bid as the nation’s official choice. This reversal marks […]
The Côte d’Ivoire remains one of Sub-Saharan Africa‘s fastest-growing economies, and the government is eager to highlight its achievements. During a recent presentation in Abidjan, Souleymane Diarrassouba, Minister of Trade, Industry, and SME Promotion, outlined the country’s economic trajectory over recent years. The session served both as an educational platform and a strategic political move, […]
Six PDCI opposition leaders walk free in Côte d’Ivoire after nine months Nine months after being taken into custody during Côte d’Ivoire’s tense 2025 presidential election period, six opposition figures from the Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire (PDCI) have been released. Reunited with families after prolonged detention The six local PDCI officials—Allo Pacôme Didier, Kouleon […]
National dialogue in DRC: AETA urges political and social actors to rise above partisan interests The Alliance for the Integral Renewal of the Congo (AETA) has issued a strong appeal to political and social leaders across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), urging them to transcend partisan divisions and prioritize the nation’s higher interests in […]
Morocco’s king reviews 2025 central bank economic report King Mohammed VI of Morocco received the annual economic report from Bank Al-Maghrib, highlighting a 4.9% GDP growth despite global challenges, with stable inflation and robust financial reserves. King Mohammed VI of Morocco received Abdellatif Jouahri, Governor of Bank Al-Maghrib, at the royal palace in Tetouan on […]
Dakar has reversed its stance by officially endorsing former President Macky Sall’s candidacy for United Nations Secretary-General, a move announced on July 20, 2026. This decision comes just three days after a meeting between Sall and current President Bassirou Diomaye Faye in the capital. The shift in position is particularly notable because Senegal had previously […]
Dakar — A wave of police checks targeting foreigners has intensified in Senegal’s capital, raising concerns among civil society and resident expatriates. Over eight days, authorities conducted 490 inspections, leading to 36 individuals being referred to the prosecutor’s office for irregular stay. The crackdown, framed as routine administrative verification, has left many in the foreign […]
Morocco and Mauritania deepen security ties to tackle Sahel challenges Stronger coordination between Rabat and Nouakchott aims to secure shared borders and counter regional threats. Morocco and Mauritania are advancing what has become a critical security partnership in the Maghreb region. Both nations are stepping up cross-border coordination to address irregular migration, organized crime, and […]
Morocco and Mauritania deepen security ties amid Sahel instability Strengthened coordination between Rabat and Nouakchott aims to secure borders, combat transnational threats, and stabilize regional trade corridors. Morocco and Mauritania are taking steps to elevate one of the Maghreb’s most critical security partnerships. As instability spreads across the Sahel, both nations are reinforcing coordination on […]