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The President of Burundi and current Chairperson of the African Union, Évariste Ndayishimiye, is expected to arrive in Kinshasa this Monday for a significant 48-hour state visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo. This diplomatic mission follows an official invitation from his Congolese counterpart, Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi. The visit serves as a testament to the long-standing […]
Tchad Tchad : l’affaire du général Abdoulaye Miskine déprogrammée, le procès toujours bloqué Alwihda Info 21 juin 2026 — 2 min de lecture Partager The judicial proceedings concerning General Abdoulaye Miskine, also known by his birth name Martin Koumtamadji, remain in a state of prolonged stagnation. Despite being listed on the general docket for a […]
For nearly a week, the high plateaus of Fizi and Mwenga in South Kivu have been the scene of brutal warfare. The Twirwaneho group, operating alongside the AFC-M23 alliance, reports a decisive breakthrough against the Forces armées de la République démocratique du Congo (FARDC), which is supported by the Force de défense nationale du Burundi […]
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During a mission to Bunia in the Ituri province, Patrick Muyaya, the Minister of Communication and Media, advocated for an “objective” evaluation of the Democratic Republic of the Congo‘s actions against the Ebola epidemic currently affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu. Government transparency and financial commitment In a joint briefing, the government spokesperson addressed […]
The era of theatrical manipulation and political rally slogans has definitively ended. The moment of national reckoning is upon us. From my vantage point as the National Delegate for Political Life at Guem Sa Bopp, I cannot passively observe the economic, social, and reputational self-destruction to which Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is subjecting our Republic. […]
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The legislative pace at the Palais Léon-Mba reached an unprecedented level this Saturday, June 20, 2026. Under the leadership of the institution’s president, Michel Régis Onanga M. Ndiaye, the National Assembly convened for a marathon plenary session to evaluate an extensive list of legislative texts. With several government ministers present to defend their respective portfolios, […]
Patrick Muyaya, Roger Kamba et Gaby Kasongo Security The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is poised to intensify its legal and financial countermeasures, drawing strength from recent reports by Human Rights Watch and Global Witness. These publications provide critical insights into the ongoing security and humanitarian crises, as well as the illicit […]
Raphaël Edzang, who secured the party presidency on February 21, is set to formally take control of the Rassemblement pour le Gabon (RPG). The handover ceremony will take place this Saturday, June 27, at the party’s central office located in the Petit Paris district of Libreville. This transition marks a significant moment for the political […]
The Association of Young Traders of Burkina Faso held a national meeting on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Ouagadougou, under the theme “From Words to Action: Building a Strong Patriotic Economy in Burkina Faso.” This initiative aimed to create a framework for exchanges among trade actors to identify sector challenges and explore solutions to enhance […]
Alioune Sarr, president of the Alliance for Senegal (APS), recently completed a European tour that took him from Paris to Massy and Creil, where he engaged with the Senegalese diaspora to promote a new vision linking territories, diaspora, and sovereignty. During the tour, Mr. Sarr personally visited Senegalese communities in their homes and gathering spots, […]