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A solemn ceremony took place on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at the Cotonou air base to mark the retirement of air force general Bertin Bada. Military honors, a salute to the flag, and a troop review punctuated the farewell to the highest-ranking officer in the army. The event was attended by the chief of staff […]
The summer transfer window has been open for several weeks, and Olympique de Marseille is making headlines. The club is under UEFA’s watch and must sell to avoid exclusion from European competitions. While Mason Greenwood’s future dominates discussions, another key player may be on his way out. After a disastrous season, no one at Marseille […]
Senegal’s constitutional reform: civil society urges transparent referendum Civil society in Senegal is calling for clarity as the nation navigates a pivotal constitutional reform. The Y’en a marre movement, a grassroots collective with 15 years of activism, has weighed in on the proposed changes, emphasizing the need for a referendum to precede any final approval—a […]
The Paris Saint-Germain is gearing up for a dynamic transfer window this summer. The capital club is actively exploring reinforcements to strengthen its squad, with one name standing out: Ayyoub Bouaddi. The 18-year-old midfielder has been making waves with Morocco in the ongoing 2026 World Cup qualifiers, drawing attention from top European clubs. After securing […]
On 24 June 2026, traffic resumed on the strategic route linking Bamako to Mourdiah and Nara in central-western Mali after a weeks-long blockade imposed by the JNIM (Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin). More than the reopening itself, the way it happened deserves attention. According to available information, the return to circulation was not achieved through a […]
In the historic city of Tombouctou, where temperatures regularly soar above 40 degrees Celsius in the shade, life has come to a standstill. For days, not a single fan has spun, refrigerators sit idle, and taps run dry. The local thermal power plant, operated by the state-owned company Énergie du Mali (EDM-SA), is completely shut […]
After more than four decades of an impeccable military career, the first five-star general in Bénin’s history leaves active service. A portrait of a man of duty whose integrity during republican crises forged his legend, but whose journey remains forever marked by the personal tragedy of 7 December 2025. Forty-three years. Nearly half a century […]
The Gabonese government is committed to enhancing supervision over projects financed by the African Development Bank (AfDB) to ensure their swift and effective implementation. This commitment was underscored during a working session held on Monday, June 29, 2026, chaired by Vice-President Hermann Immongault. The meeting brought together a high-level delegation from the AfDB, led by […]
Breaking News Politique: Félix Tshisekedi aux populations de l’Est du pays: « votre sécurité demeure une priorité absolue de mon action»⠀ ⠀ Politique: 66 ans d’indépendance: “la paix ne peut être ni une mise entre parenthèses de la vérité, ni une récompense accordée à ceux qui prennent les armes contre la République”(Félix Tshisekedi)⠀ ⠀ Actualité: […]
Following the official sale of Gonçalo Ramos to AC Milan, Paris Saint-Germain is set to continue its squad restructuring. Several player departures are still anticipated, with French forward Randal Kolo Muani reportedly nearing a return to Juventus. This summer, Paris Saint-Germain is expected to be highly active in the transfer market, and activity has already […]
Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo has painted a grim picture of the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Speaking to the faithful gathered at Notre-Dame du Congo Cathedral, the Archbishop of Kinshasa condemned the ongoing insecurity, armed conflicts, the presence of foreign forces on Congolese soil, widespread poverty, and the resurgence of the Ebola epidemic. Given […]
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