From Soweto to Lomé: infanticide as a political shield The African continent observed the Day of the African Child on June 16. This year’s theme centered on universal access to water, sanitation,…
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Mali’s sovereignty illusion shattered as JNIM exposes junta failures
The developments of spring 2026 represent more than a tactical defeat; they signal the collapse of the political framework established by the Mali military administration since 2021. While the leadership maintains a…
Minembwe battle shifts power dynamics in eastern drc’s south kivu region
The fight for Minembwe has evolved beyond a simple clash between rival armed groups. It now stands as a key symbol of the power struggle unfolding in eastern Democratic Republic of the…
Bénin and Niger accelerate border reopening process after high-level talks
Bénin and Niger are speeding up the normalization of their relations, which have been strained since the junta took power in Niamey in July 2023. The visit of new Bénin president Romuald…
Germany snatch late win over Ivory Coast to reach World Cup last 16
A true battle unfolded at a festive Toronto stadium on Saturday as Côte d’Ivoire and Germany delivered a high-intensity contest. The two sides exchanged blows, but it was Germany who secured their…
Gabon takes up cames presidency with employability at the core
The Gabon has assumed the presidency of the African and Malagasy Council for Higher Education (Cames), an intergovernmental organisation uniting nineteen French-speaking African nations plus the Indian Ocean region. This leadership role…
Togo and Saudi Arabia deepen investment ties at FII Europe 2026 summit
On the sidelines of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Europe 2026 summit, Council President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé held discussions on Thursday, June 18, with Yasir ben Othman Al-Rumayyan, governor of Saudi Arabia’s…
Togo’s faure gnassingbé calls for new europe-africa strategic partnership at fii priority europe summit
President of the Council, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, has been attending the FII PRIORITY Europe summit since June 18, 2026. This high-level meeting focuses on funding reindustrialisation, supply chain resilience, and changes in…
Un partenariat académique signé entre le Maroc et l’Espagne pour les sciences de gestion
Deux grandes associations, l’une marocaine et l’autre espagnole, ont récemment officialisé un accord de coopération ambitieux dans le domaine des sciences de gestion. Cet accord a été paraphé samedi à Santander, en…
Bamako documentary film festival highlights Mali’s sovereignty and new partnerships
The International Documentary Film Festival of Our Heroes took place in Bamako on June 16, focusing primarily on two documentaries related to the security situation that has affected Mali in recent years….
Côte d’Ivoire confirms status as economic powerhouse of UEMOA
PERFORMANCE Côte d’Ivoire confirms status as economic powerhouse of UEMOA As the largest economy in the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA), Côte d’Ivoire continues to strengthen its influence through a…
Cameroon’s conscience stirs: a new awakening
Cameroon’s conscience stirs: a new awakening A nation’s true greatness is never bought in the anterooms of widespread corruption, nor in the self-serving circles of an elite that drains the country’s vital…