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Mali’s military partnership with Russia, once seen as a game-changer in its fight against armed groups, is now facing growing scrutiny. After the failure of Wagner Group, its successor, the Africa Corps, is adjusting its approach amid a string of setbacks. However, reports of escalating violence against civilians raise concerns about both military effectiveness and […]
Benin is undergoing a transformative agricultural overhaul, positioning itself as a rising star in global fruit exports. At the heart of this shift are two groundbreaking initiatives: a state-of-the-art vitroplant production facility in Glo-Djigbé and a cutting-edge fruit terminal at Cotonou International Airport. These projects, spearheaded by President Romuald Wadagni’s administration, are redefining the country’s […]
As dawn broke over Aourir, a quiet coastal village just north of Agadir, elite units of Morocco’s General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST) moved swiftly through empty streets. Their mission: dismantle a dangerous Daech-affiliated cell before it could strike. The operation began with precision. Based on meticulous intelligence from the DGST, Special Forces stormed a […]
Chad’s Ministry of Environment, Fisheries and Sustainable Development has issued a strict directive prohibiting agents of the water and forestry services from wearing military-style uniforms, insignia, ranks, berets or any other paraphernalia associated with the armed forces. The circular, signed by the ministry’s Secretary-General, Koularambaye Koundja Julien, follows repeated reports of military personnel transferred to […]
The once-bold Alliance of Sahel States (AES) is now showing cracks in its armour. Despite the rousing speeches of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger’s military leaders about reclaiming sovereignty, the harsh truth on the ground tells a different story. The only force maintaining real coordination, dictating the pace of operations, and striking at will across […]
Mali has finalized the financing for the Bamako North 225 kV high-voltage power loop project, a strategic initiative to reinforce the capital’s electricity backbone. With a total investment of €166 million, this infrastructure aims to provide reliable and expanded power access to Bamako and its surrounding peri-urban areas. Officials highlight that the project will connect […]
Diplomacy Morocco joins Mediterranean Union parliamentary assembly leadership The Kingdom has been elected to the Bureau of the Assembly and entrusted with chairing the Artificial Intelligence Commission, highlighting the trust placed in Moroccan parliamentary diplomacy and the growing role of the Moroccan Parliament within this Euro-Mediterranean body. Follow us on WhatsApp Follow us on Telegram […]
Politique Gabon ushers in digital sovereignty with new national data center Libreville – Gabon has achieved a significant milestone in its economic transformation by officially opening its inaugural national sovereign Data Center. More than just a technological facility, this critical infrastructure signals the nation’s entry into a new era of development, where the command of […]
Mali’s northern conflict: understanding the Azawad Liberation Front and its alliances Getty Images The separatist Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) has forged an alliance with the JNIM (Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims), launching a second military offensive this weekend. Their objective is to reclaim control over regions in northern and central Mali currently […]
L’opposition en République démocratique du Congo (RDC) appelle à réclamer, dans la rue, la démission du président Félix Tshisekedi. Elle accuse celui-ci de vouloir modifier la Constitution pour se maintenir au-delà de la limite de deux mandats. Système « Fatshi » L’opposition, qui avait initialement appelé à manifester mercredi notamment dans la capitale Kinsahsa, a repoussé vendredi […]
The Prime Minister of France, Sébastien Lecornu, is scheduled to make his first official visit to Rabat on July 15. The following day, he will co-chair the High Joint Moroccan-French Commission with Morocco’s head of government, Aziz Akhannouch. This high-level meeting will focus on strengthening bilateral ties across key sectors like energy, defense, and economic […]
As the Confederation of Sahel States (AES) observed its second anniversary on July 6, 2026, the current chairman, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, delivered a notably assertive address. The head of state for Burkina Faso presented an assessment he deemed largely positive, outlining ambitious objectives for the future of the organization, which unites Burkina Faso, Mali, and […]