French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s official visit to Rabat marks a significant turning point in bilateral relations between France and Morocco. The high-level meeting, attended by twelve French ministers, underscores a deliberate effort to strengthen diplomatic ties and expand cooperation across multiple sectors. During his stay, Lecornu was greeted with full military honors, highlighting the […]
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Senegal court declines to rule on sonko’s parliamentary seat
The interim judge of the Senegal Supreme Court has declined to rule urgently on the case concerning Ousmane Sonko’s installation as a deputy, citing the matter as falling under the internal affairs of the parliamentary institution. This decision follows the filing of a complaint by the National Union of Independent Deputies of Senegal, which contested […]
Abidjan port strengthens trade ties with Sahel capitals amid regional shifts
The Port of Abidjan has doubled down on its economic partnerships with Ouagadougou, Bamako, and Niamey, reinforcing its position as a key logistics hub in West Africa. This strategic move comes despite recent geopolitical realignments in the region, including the withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from the Economic Community of West African States […]
Starlink granted approval to expand internet access in Côte d’Ivoire
Green light has been given: Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, can now operate in Côte d’Ivoire. The announcement was made on July 16 at the United States Embassy in Abidjan by Frank R. Garcia, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, during an official visit that included multiple economic agreements. Bridging the digital […]
Legal action launched over Ousmane Sonko’s touba remarks
Touba has become the center of a fresh legal dispute following public statements attributed to Ousmane Sonko. A representative of the Collectif des petits-fils de Serigne Touba has formally filed a complaint with the Prosecutor of the Republic at the Dakar High Court, urging the initiation of a judicial investigation. In the legal submission dated […]
Ouagadougou urges african union to adopt bold reforms
Ouagadougou urges African Union to adopt bold reforms During a working meeting in Ouagadougou on Wednesday, July 15, Burkina Faso’s Foreign Minister Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré received Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, who is currently touring the three member states of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). The discussions centered […]
France Morocco strengthen strategic partnership during lecornu visit
France and Morocco deepen strategic partnership with landmark agreements French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu concluded an official visit to Morocco this week, reaffirming Paris’s commitment to deepening bilateral ties with Rabat. The two-day diplomatic engagement, held in the Moroccan capital, culminated in the anticipated signing of a series of agreements designed to elevate cooperation across […]
Us warns of extreme danger in three Sahel nations amid terror surge
Washington raises Sahel alert level to its highest: what travelers need to know The U.S. State Department has once again updated its global travel advisory, placing 23 nations under its most severe warning—Level 4: Do Not Travel. Among the countries flagged are Russia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Chad, and, most notably, the three […]
France and Morocco unveil strengthened ties in Rabat summit
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu (left) and Morocco’s Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch at a press conference in Rabat French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu concluded a landmark visit to Rabat on Thursday, declaring a “renewed confidence” between Paris and Rabat, just days after a new round of bilateral talks aimed at deepening strategic ties. The meeting […]
Tchad to waive visas for all africans in 2027
Starting January 1, 2027, African nationals will no longer need a visa to enter Chad. The announcement, made by President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno during the African Water Forum in N’Djamena, signals a bold step toward fostering continental unity and easing cross-border movement. Chad is on the verge of redefining its diplomatic landscape. At the […]
Benin entrepreneurs and artisans get government boost to drive growth
Fueled by a relentless drive to revamp Benin’s economic backbone, the Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises and Employment Promotion embarked on a critical field visit this past Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Her itinerary included two pivotal stops: the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (ADPME) and the Craft Development Fund (FDA). This mission signals […]
French prime minister in Morocco to boost strategic ties
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu arrived in Rabat on Wednesday evening for a two-day official visit aimed at revitalizing and deepening the strategic partnership between France and Morocco. The visit follows a period of fluctuating relations, with both countries seeking to consolidate their cooperation across multiple sectors. Upon his arrival, Lecornu was greeted by Moroccan […]











