As the Grand Magal of Touba unfolded this year—honouring the exile of Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba—leading religious figures from across Senegal took the opportunity to address pressing national issues. Among them, Serigne Modou…
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Togo’s financial and social decline under Faure Gnassingbé’s rule
From economic promises to financial quagmire The Togolese government’s recent transition to a tailor-made fifth Republic, celebrated by officials, contrasts sharply with an economic landscape marred by deepening crises. Despite years of…
Drc protocol for fdlr surrender: key points and unanswered questions
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially signed a surrender protocol with the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR), a group with deep historical ties to Rwanda. According to…
Malians face new us visa process shift to Dakar
Securing an American visa from Bamako has become a logistical challenge. United States consular authorities have redirected visa processing for Malian applicants to Dakar, making Senegal’s capital the mandatory gateway to US…
Senegal unveils AI factory in Tokyo to boost digital sovereignty
The Senegalese delegation, present in Tokyo, has officially unveiled the Senegal AI Factory, a cornerstone of the country’s ambitious New Technological Deal. This initiative was showcased at the HAIP Friends Group forum,…
Yan couto set for loan move to como amid borussia dortmund exit talks
Borussia Dortmund appears close to finalizing the departure of right-back Yan Couto this summer, with negotiations reaching an advanced stage with Italian Serie A club Como 1907. Agreement on the horizon for…
Morocco names Sahara highway after donald trump
In a historic gesture, Morocco, under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, has officially named a major highway in the Sahara Occidental after former United States President Donald Trump. The announcement, made…
Morocco honors Trump with highway name in Sahara desert tribute
In a bold and unmistakable gesture, Morocco has paid tribute to former U.S. President Donald Trump in a manner befitting his distinctive style. By royal decree, King Mohammed VI has officially named…
Cameroon: president paul biya’s extended absence sparks national debate
Cameroon: president paul biya’s extended absence sparks national debate President Paul Biya’s absence from Cameroon, now spanning two months and occurring eight months after his inauguration for an unprecedented eighth consecutive term,…
Niger’s governance crisis under general tiani’s rule
When General Abdourahamane Tiani seized power in Niger on July 26, 2023, the stated goal was clear: to rescue the nation from what he described as an unmanageable security crisis. Three years…
Us diplomat meets sahrawi peace group in western Sahara talks
us diplomat meets sahrawi peace leaders in el aaiún to discuss western Sahara A high-level meeting took place in El Aaiún between the U.S. embassy’s political counselor and representatives of the Sahrawi…
Us backs Morocco’s sovereignty over western Sahara in historic message to king mohammed vi
Historic us recognition of Morocco’s claim to western Sahara In a landmark message delivered to King Mohammed VI on the 27th anniversary of the Throne Day celebrations, President Donald Trump reiterated the…