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In an unforgettable debut on Europe’s grandest stage, Mjällby delivered a masterclass in Swedish football. The newly crowned 2026 Allsvenskan champions secured a commanding 3-0 victory against Gibraltar’s Lincoln Red Imps in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League second qualifying round. The match, played under the floodlights at Strandvallen, drew a packed crowd […]
Six local leaders of Côte d’Ivoire’s Democratic Party (PDCI-RDA) walked out of detention on Monday, July 20, 2026, ending nine months behind bars. Their release was ordered by the Abidjan anti-terrorism court, announced their lawyer, Me Ange Rodrigue Dadjé. The six activists—Allo Pacôme Didier, Kouleon Manhenin, N’Cho Gnangoran, Mabo Koffi Jean-Marc, Ouattara Kinjinlman and Niangoran […]
Central African authorities hold activist following disputed kidnapping claim In a dramatic escalation of political tensions, Central African activist Aba Oumar has been taken into custody by security forces in Bangui. Authorities allege he was recently abducted by Russian mercenaries in the KM5 district before being transferred to the Service de Renseignement Intérieur (SRI) detention […]
The Republic of Benin and the Kingdom of Morocco have expressed strong satisfaction with their bilateral cooperation, while reaffirming their joint commitment to strengthen and expand it further. During preparatory discussions ahead of the seventh session of the Morocco-Benin Joint Cooperation Commission, both nations highlighted significant progress across various cooperation sectors since His Majesty King […]
Emmanuelle Blatmann, a seasoned diplomat with extensive experience in African affairs, has been tapped to lead France’s diplomatic mission in Dakar. Since taking charge of the Africa portfolio at the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs in January 2024, she has played a pivotal role in shaping Paris’s evolving ties with West African nations.
Côte d’Ivoire’s JOURIE 2026 kicks off with digital education transformation focus Abidjan, July 21, 2026 — The 2026 edition of the Open Days for Research and Innovation in Education (JOURIE) has launched today at the École nationale supérieure de statistique et d’économie appliquée (ENSEA), Abidjan. Organized by the Ministry of National Education, Literacy and Technical […]
Rabat is set to host the African Maritime Forces Summit (AMFS) 2026 from July 20 to 24, under the leadership of the Royal Moroccan Navy in collaboration with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa (NAVAF) and U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa (MARFORAF). The event places maritime innovation and security at the forefront […]
Tensions reached unprecedented levels in a Bamako courtroom this past Monday, as an unusual trial took a bizarre turn when a fetish priest’s presence sent shockwaves through the proceedings. The hearing, involving military officers and civilians accused of plotting to overthrow Mali’s ruling junta, had already been charged with political significance. Yet, the sudden collapse […]
Conrad Gbaguidi tipped for Benin’s Mediator of the Republic role Benin is set to witness a significant shift in its institutional landscape as the new term of the Economic and Social Council (CES) takes shape. On Wednesday, July 22, 2026, the bureau of the incoming CES mandate is scheduled to be installed, and all eyes […]
Arsenal has initiated direct negotiations with Newcastle United for the potential acquisition of Brazilian midfield sensation Bruno Guimaraes, who has reportedly expressed his desire to join the Premier League champions. The 28-year-old international has communicated his intent to leave Newcastle before the new season kicks off, setting the stage for a high-stakes transfer battle. Gunners […]
The Republic of Niger has taken center stage in a critical diplomatic initiative as Niamey welcomes a high-level United Nations envoy to assess the effectiveness of regional security efforts. General Abdourahamane Tiani, President of the Republic, met with Sahle-Work Zewde, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative, marking the beginning of a comprehensive evaluation of the United […]
mayo-tsanaga crisis: boko haram’s brutal toll on Cameroon’s forgotten frontier The once-thriving Mayo-Tsanaga region now lies in ruins, its villages reduced to ashes and its people scarred for life by Boko Haram’s relentless terror campaign. Over 50 settlements abandoned, thousands displaced, and a state that has turned a blind eye to the suffering of its […]