Ainsley Maitland-Niles’ unexpected evening with OL in the Champions League Ainsley Maitland-Niles au moment de son but face au Sparta Prague. (Jean-Baptiste Autissier/L’Équipe) After a difficult first leg and facing a chorus…
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Russia’s expanding military footprint in libyan air bases raises concerns
Russia’s strategic military expansion in Libya The presence of Russian forces in six key Libyan air bases is raising alarms across North Africa. Moscow is not only deepening its military footprint but…
Togo parliament tackles business climate and environment in emergency session
Togo’s National Assembly meets in emergency session to drive economic and environmental reforms The second extraordinary session of Togo‘s National Assembly kicked off this week, convened by President Faure Gnassingbé and led…
Gabon elections: historic professional polls conclude with presidential handover
The sweeping professional elections concluded this Monday, as President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema welcomed Vice-President of the Government Herman Immongault and Minister of Labour Jacqueline Ilogue, spouse Bignoumba. The trio oversaw the…
Us ambassador appointments strengthen ties with Chad and Gabon
In a strategic move to bolster diplomatic ties across Africa, the United States government has put forward new ambassadorial nominations, including two key appointments for Chad and Gabon. On August 7, 2026,…
Bénin senate unveils five key instruments for decision-making
Bénin senate unveils five key instruments for decision-making The newly adopted internal regulations of the Bénin Senate, finalized in Porto-Novo on July 30, 2026, outline five distinct instruments through which the upper…
Ivorian and Mauritanian leaders unite to tackle regional challenges together
Ivorian and Mauritanian leaders unite to tackle regional challenges together In a significant diplomatic engagement, President Alassane Ouattara of Côte d’Ivoire welcomed his Mauritanian counterpart, Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, at the…
Senegalese parliament blocks seven presidential bills
The National Assembly has opened its first extraordinary session this week, marking a pivotal moment in the legislative calendar. During the proceedings, the Assembly President addressed the chamber regarding seven legislative proposals…
Mali faces surge in displaced persons as violence escalates in North and Center
Mali faces surge in displaced persons as violence escalates in North and Center Since late April, renewed clashes and airstrikes have forced tens of thousands of Malians to abandon their homes in…
Transparency in Senegal parliament as sonko declares assets
Senator Ousmane Sonko fulfills asset declaration requirements The newly elected President of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has formally complied with the mandatory asset declaration obligation applicable to senior public officials. This…
Chad president’s pardon decision fuels political thaw speculation
Chad’s president’s pardon decision fuels political thaw speculation As Chad celebrates its 66th Independence Day, President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno has signaled his intention to use his constitutional pardon powers. While the…
Ebola outbreak in democratic republic of Congo death toll exceeds 2 000
Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo death toll exceeds 2,000 Dr. Gavin Blackburn Tuesday, August 11, 2026 The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed at least 2,011…