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Burkina Faso has achieved a significant milestone in its financial sovereignty strategy. The inaugural tranche of the “Diaspora Bond,” launched on May 6, 2026, concluded its subscription period on June 6, 2026, with an overwhelming financial success, accumulating an impressive 151.5 billion CFA francs in subscriptions. This exceptional mobilization far surpassed the initial projections of […]
The oil tanker Tagor, which set sail from Murmansk and was suspected of illegally flying Cameroon’s flag, was stopped on May 31 around 400 nautical miles west of Brittany before being redirected to France. On May 31, French naval forces intercepted the Tagor approximately 400 nautical miles (roughly 740 kilometers) west of Brittany over suspicion […]
Just one year after joining Paris Saint-Germain, Lucas Chevalier finds himself in a challenging position. The 24-year-old goalkeeper, notably overlooked for the World Cup squad, could be on the move from Paris this summer. While the French shot-stopper awaits clarity from Parisian management regarding his future, two international clubs have recently initiated inquiries about the […]
The African energy landscape is poised for a historic transformation, with Niger now establishing itself as a central player. Officially launched on June 4 in coordination with its strategic partners Algeria and Nigeria, the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline (TSGP) project has reached a decisive milestone. Spanning more than 4,000 kilometers, this massive undertaking aims to transport […]
The Prime Minister of Burkina Faso, Mr. Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo, welcomed a delegation from the Inter-African Federation of Insurance Advisors (FIAC) led by its Acting President, Mr. Vakaramoko Samaké, on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. The meeting focused on the upcoming 16th Annual General Assembly of the Federation, scheduled to take place from June 10 […]
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Reading time: 4 minutes. The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Court of Auditors has once again taken aim at President Félix Tshisekedi’s administration, this time in connection with the Société des Minière de Kilo moto (Sokimo). The decision underscores persistent concerns over transparency and financial management within the highest levels of government. The court’s latest […]
Université de Lomé (UL) is expanding its global reach. On Friday, June 5, 2026, the institution signed a framework cooperation agreement with Creighton University, a Jesuit university located in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. The agreement was signed by Professor Kossivi Hounaké, president of Université de Lomé, and Reverend Father Daniel Hendrickson, president of Creighton University. […]
In its drive to strengthen aerial capabilities, Bamako has taken delivery of a Russian-made Orion reconnaissance and attack drone. While transition authorities celebrate this as another step toward reclaiming territory, the single, highly expensive acquisition raises sharp questions among military experts. Between technical unsuitability for asymmetric warfare and the potential financial drain, the real impact […]
Algeria officially inaugurated a new power plant project in N’Djamena on Monday, June 8, marking a significant step to boost electricity supply in Chad. The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb and Chad’s Prime Minister Allamaye Halina, highlighting the strong bilateral ties between the two nations. This 40-megawatt facility, a gift […]
The new chair of Gabon’s Autorité de régulation des transports ferroviaires (ARTF) officially assumed his duties following a handover ceremony held in Owendo, succeeding François Banga Eboumi. Former Housing Minister Ludovic Megne Ndong now leads the regulatory council, tasked with supporting the implementation of the latest strategic directions set for the institution. He specifically stated […]