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The Côte d’Ivoire remains one of Sub-Saharan Africa‘s fastest-growing economies, and the government is eager to highlight its achievements. During a recent presentation in Abidjan, Souleymane Diarrassouba, Minister of Trade, Industry, and SME Promotion, outlined the country’s economic trajectory over recent years. The session served both as an educational platform and a strategic political move, […]
Gabon is poised for a major transformation in its mining sector following the signing of a landmark agreement in Paris. Eramet, the French multinational, and its Gabonese subsidiary Comilog have committed to significantly increasing local manganese processing capacity. The goal? Reach a production volume of 700,000 tonnes annually by 2031. The historic signing ceremony, held […]
Six PDCI opposition leaders walk free in Côte d’Ivoire after nine months Nine months after being taken into custody during Côte d’Ivoire’s tense 2025 presidential election period, six opposition figures from the Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire (PDCI) have been released. Reunited with families after prolonged detention The six local PDCI officials—Allo Pacôme Didier, Kouleon […]
At 28 years old, Ismaila Sarr has just completed his most remarkable season yet, following his arrival from Marseille to Crystal Palace in the summer of 2024. During the 2025-26 campaign, Sarr delivered standout performances, netting 21 goals and contributing one assist across 45 matches in all competitions. His contributions were instrumental as Palace secured […]
National dialogue in DRC: AETA urges political and social actors to rise above partisan interests The Alliance for the Integral Renewal of the Congo (AETA) has issued a strong appeal to political and social leaders across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), urging them to transcend partisan divisions and prioritize the nation’s higher interests in […]
Morocco’s king reviews 2025 central bank economic report King Mohammed VI of Morocco received the annual economic report from Bank Al-Maghrib, highlighting a 4.9% GDP growth despite global challenges, with stable inflation and robust financial reserves. King Mohammed VI of Morocco received Abdellatif Jouahri, Governor of Bank Al-Maghrib, at the royal palace in Tetouan on […]
Dakar has reversed its stance by officially endorsing former President Macky Sall’s candidacy for United Nations Secretary-General, a move announced on July 20, 2026. This decision comes just three days after a meeting between Sall and current President Bassirou Diomaye Faye in the capital. The shift in position is particularly notable because Senegal had previously […]
The Cameroun–FIDA partnership has yielded remarkable results, with agricultural output from smallholder farms showing substantial growth over the past seven years. These achievements were highlighted during a joint review workshop in Yaoundé on July 16, 2026, where officials assessed progress under the Country Strategic Opportunities Program (COSOP) for 2019–2026 and laid groundwork for the next […]
Dakar — A wave of police checks targeting foreigners has intensified in Senegal’s capital, raising concerns among civil society and resident expatriates. Over eight days, authorities conducted 490 inspections, leading to 36 individuals being referred to the prosecutor’s office for irregular stay. The crackdown, framed as routine administrative verification, has left many in the foreign […]
Morocco and Mauritania deepen security ties amid Sahel instability Strengthened coordination between Rabat and Nouakchott aims to secure borders, combat transnational threats, and stabilize regional trade corridors. Morocco and Mauritania are taking steps to elevate one of the Maghreb’s most critical security partnerships. As instability spreads across the Sahel, both nations are reinforcing coordination on […]
Morocco and Mauritania deepen security ties to tackle Sahel challenges Stronger coordination between Rabat and Nouakchott aims to secure shared borders and counter regional threats. Morocco and Mauritania are advancing what has become a critical security partnership in the Maghreb region. Both nations are stepping up cross-border coordination to address irregular migration, organized crime, and […]
Security Mali Russian mercenaries in Mali: why their losses remain low While Malian forces face heavy casualties from jihadist attacks, the Russian paramilitaries of Africa Corps appear to suffer far fewer losses. Here’s why. The disparity in casualties between Malian troops and Russian paramilitaries during recent jihadist offensives has drawn attention from military analysts. In […]