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Chad has been chosen as the guest of honor for Cameroon’s 54th National Day parade, a landmark event set for May 20, 2026, in Yaoundé and across all regions of the country. Known locally as the Fête de l’Unité, National Day is one of Cameroon’s most significant national celebrations, honoring unity and reinforcing the country’s […]
Ndiaga Seck’s explosive statements during judicial questioning about Ousmane Sonko Published on May 18, 2026 Ndiaga Seck’s testimony has sent shockwaves through Senegal’s political landscape A high-profile political figure in Senegal has made startling revelations during judicial proceedings that could reshape the ongoing legal saga involving opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. The defendant, who appeared before […]
Ndiaga Seck denies Ousmane Sonko knew about his private life amid legal troubles In a startling revelation during his detention hearing, Ndiaga Seck, a 51-year-old political figure, declared that Ousmane Sonko had no knowledge of his private affairs, including his sexual orientation. This admission has sparked intense debate about the political and social ramifications of […]
The political figure Ndiaga Seck, aged 51, has made a decisive statement during his hearings, clarifying his private life in relation to Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. Speaking in Wolof, he declared, « Xamul woon li may dund » (« He knew nothing about my personal life »). His remarks confirm that Sonko had no awareness […]
Senegal’s Ministry of Sports has confirmed that the government will not cover travel expenses for supporters heading to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. The announcement, made by Minister Khady Diène Gaye, dispels earlier speculation about an official fan mobilization effort. No state-backed support for supporters The decision follows visa complications and […]
In a bold call to action at the Biashara Afrika 2026 forum in Lomé, Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé urged African nations and business leaders to move beyond declarations and turn the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) into tangible benefits for citizens. The three-day forum, co-hosted by Togo’s government and the AfCFTA Secretariat, brought together […]
Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has issued a stark warning to his players ahead of their crucial Premier League showdown with Chelsea, emphasizing that the club’s fight for survival is far from over. Despite sitting comfortably above the relegation zone, the Italian coach insists the team cannot afford to ease up as they target a […]
When the third edition of the pan-African Biashara Afrika forum kicked off in Lomé on a bright Monday, the gathering’s high-flying promises of continental integration collided spectacularly with the harsh realities at Lomé’s Gnassingbé Eyadéma International Airport. The event, billed as a « grand stage » for celebrating the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) […]
The chief registrar of the Zemio court in the Central African Republic has vanished without a trace following an alleged abduction by Russian mercenaries operating in the region. Family members have expressed growing alarm as weeks pass with no word on his whereabouts or condition. Local sources confirm the incident occurred near the courthouse in […]
An ongoing operation involving Russian mercenaries and elements of the Central African Armed Forces (FACA) in the Bamingui-Bangoran region has reportedly taken an alarming turn. What was intended as a security deployment in the Ndele area has, according to accounts, transformed into widespread cattle rustling, directly impacting local herders. The unexpected shift in the forces’ […]
Indépendance Tey, the latest documentary by Senegalese filmmaker Abdou Lahat Fall, made its debut at the Musée des Civilisations Noires in Dakar, turning a simple film screening into a powerful evening of collective reflection on the nation’s recent struggles and triumphs. a film that resonates with a generation in motion On the evening of its […]
FC Nantes condemns pitch invasion by supporters after Toulouse match Football Ligue 1 La Tribune Loire de la Beaujoire, Sunday during the match against Toulouse. Following the pitch invasion by a group of supporters during Sunday’s abandoned match against Toulouse, FC Nantes has issued a strongly worded statement condemning the incidents. The club, now relegated […]