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The mass surveillance affair in Togo has reached a critical turning point in the ongoing political and media upheaval. In recent disclosures, journalist Thomas Dietrich has leveled accusations at a highly strategic alliance: he claims that Togolese president Faure Gnassingbé is working hand-in-hand with the Yatom family, whose patriarch Dany Yatom is the former head […]
Libreville – For decades, Gabon’s development has rested on a contradiction: a country rich in natural resources, with low population density and significant financial capacity, yet one that has seen enormous gaps widen between its major urban centers and vast stretches of its territory. In several provinces, access to basic infrastructure, healthcare, education, and economic […]
Culture Théâtre: Amour, rivalités et trahisons
One of the biggest talking points of the early transfer window is whether Julian Alvarez will leave Atletico Madrid. The 26-year-old Argentine international is attracting strong interest from England, France and Spain, with Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona all keen to bring him into their squads. However, the player’s preferred destination is known, but cannot […]
Oswald Baboke holds the position of deputy director of cabinet for Cameroon’s president, Paul Biya. Known for his discreet yet considerable influence, he is often described as the man who whispers in the ear of the Biya family. His role within the presidential palace in Yaoundé makes him a key figure in Cameroonian politics, though […]
Real Madrid made a major move this week as their latest signing, long a target on the Spanish transfer market, finally put pen to paper. After leaving Manchester City as a free agent, Bernardo Silva chose the white of Madrid over Barcelona. This decision may force the Catalan giants to turn their attention to Paris […]
Chad strengthens skills for better agricultural export management The World Bank and ANIE have organised a training session in Bakara to build expertise in managing agricultural exports, aiming to overcome challenges related to international standards and procedures. As part of the Agricultural Sector Resilience Programme (PRSA), the World Bank and the National Agency for Investments […]
The weight of taxes on Mali’s struggling households On June 16, 2026, the Malian government delivered a harsh blow to the average citizen. In an official statement, the Ministry of Economy and Finance unveiled sweeping tax hikes: the consumption tax on staple goods such as bread, rice, cooking oil, and sugar doubled from 1% to […]
The foundation of Morocco-Philippines relations holds significant potential across multiple strategic areas, according to Philippine Ambassador to Rabat Leslie Baja. He praised the five decades of diplomatic ties celebrated last year. In an interview, Ambassador Baja noted that both nations have traveled a rich path featuring high-level visits, numerous agreements, and strong people-to-people connections, which […]
The security landscape in Burkina Faso continues to deteriorate as militant factions escalate their offensive operations. On June 17, 2026, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), affiliated with Al-Qaeda in the Sahel, launched a coordinated assault on a Volunteer Forces for the Defense of the Homeland (VDP) outpost in Ouahigouya, the […]
Anne-Claire Legendre will travel to Morocco from June 19 to 24, 2026, at the invitation of Mohammed Mehdi Bensaid, Morocco’s minister of youth, culture and communication. This marks her first visit to the kingdom since she became president of the Institut du monde arabe (IMA) in February. The trip aims to shape a joint cultural […]
Sovereignty vs. economic constraints in Burkina Faso’s media landscape The Conseil supérieur de la Communication (CSC) has imposed a 50 million FCFA fine on Canal+ for suspending access to Burkina Faso’s public television channels once certain subscribers’ subscriptions expired. While framed as a defense of the nation’s information sovereignty, the decision has reignited discussions about […]