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Over two dozen military personnel and civilian auxiliaries killed in northern Burkina Faso attacks Northern Burkina Faso has been rocked by a series of devastating assaults over the weekend, resulting in the tragic deaths of at least 22 soldiers and civilian auxiliaries. These coordinated attacks, attributed to suspected jihadist groups, unfolded on Saturday and Sunday, […]
The Central African Republic (CAR) has endured persistent instability since 2004, when a devastating three-year civil war engulfed the nation, followed by years of sustained conflict against various insurgent groups. Seeking to restore stability, the government extended an invitation to Russian mercenaries from the Wagner Group in early 2018, initially for training purposes. By 2019, […]
Lomé — The Togolese private sector is sounding the alarm as unpaid state debts cripple local businesses. Despite government assurances, delayed payments for completed projects and services have pushed the economy to the brink of collapse. According to the Association des Grandes Entreprises du Togo (AGET), the domestic debt crisis has ballooned to over 1.7 […]
Maroc-France : dix ministres français attendus à Rabat les 15 et 16 juillet Rédaction LeBriefPublié le 07/07/2026 à 17:17 Temps de lecture : favoris Le premier ministre français, Sébastien Lecornu, le 13 septembre 2025 © JEFF PACHOUD / AFP A A A A A × La séquence Maroc-France s’intensifie avec la visite officielle du premier […]
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Google+ StumbleUpon Pinterest Shares Au Global dialogue on AI Gouvernance organisé par les Nations Unies à Genève, la Côte d’Ivoire a porté une voix forte pour une IA inclusive et partagée. (CIO Mag) – M. Djibril Ouattara, ministre de la Communication, Porte-parole du Gouvernement, représenté son pays et appelé à une gouvernance […]
In a move that has sparked both official commendation and private skepticism, the Togolese Minister of Foreign Affairs was recently bestowed with the highest honorific distinction of Burkina Faso: the Commander of the Order of the Stallions. While state media and diplomatic channels have framed this gesture as a testament to Togo’s commitment to regional […]
Abidjan, 07 juil 2026 – The Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire – African Democratic Rally (PDCI-RDA) has once again affirmed its unwavering stance regarding the establishment of a unified electoral body. Speaking from Abidjan Cocody on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, party spokesperson Brédoumy Soumaïla emphasized that this crucial objective necessitates direct political dialogue among key […]
chelsea transfer window: major stars face uncertain futures at stamford bridge A pivotal summer is unfolding at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea navigates a complex transfer market. The past week has been a whirlwind for Chelsea in the transfer market, marked by both new acquisitions and the identification of players slated for departure. The club is […]
The second round of high-level consultations between the foreign ministers of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) and Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov, held in Niamey on July 8, 2026, has been hailed by officials as a landmark step toward fostering a partnership rooted in sovereignty and mutual respect. Yet beneath the official rhetoric lies a […]
Face à la croissance démographique, le Grand Abidjan fait l’objet d’une réorganisation structurelle majeure. Entre grands chantiers d’infrastructures et programmes de logements, les autorités ivoiriennes déploient une stratégie sectorielle visant à instaurer une planification urbaine plus moderne, ordonnée et sécurisée à l’horizon 2030. La dynamique démographique de la Côte d’Ivoire propulse le pays à l’avant-garde […]
Sylvia Bongo Ondimba, the wife of former Gabonese President Ali Bongo, is currently under suspicion for allegedly transferring millions of francs into a Geneva bank. These transactions are reportedly connected to the misappropriation of public funds. Authorities in Geneva are actively investigating the spouse of Gabon’s former head of state. Swiss judicial proceedings, initiated in […]
To mark the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party (PCC), the Chinese Embassy in Gabon recently hosted a significant press conference. This event offered crucial insights into the PCC’s remarkable evolution and its pivotal role on the global stage. Chinese diplomats detailed the party’s historical path, showcasing its profound impact on the nation’s destiny. […]