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WORLD Africa Military and Russian mercenaries ambushed in northern Mali 1 minute read Just days after regaining control of Anéfis in northern Mali, Malian forces and their Russian mercenary allies faced a deadly ambush on Saturday. The military operation to reclaim Anéfis had barely settled when the convoy came under attack in the same area. […]
Spain claims second FIFA World Cup title in 2026 thriller In a nail-biting final that stretched deep into extra time, Spain secured their second FIFA World Cup victory with a 1-0 win over Argentina. The decisive moment arrived in the 106th minute when Ferran Torres struck a powerful shot past Emiliano Martinez, ending Spain’s 16-year […]
The 2026 FIFA World Cup concluded with a thrilling finale as Spain clinched the championship title on July 19, defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time. Here is a detailed breakdown of all matches from this historic tournament. Opening fixtures Thursday, June 11 Mexico 2-0 South Africa Friday, June 12 South Korea 2-1 Czech Republic Canada […]
ivorian economic champions driving growth after 15 years of progress After 15 years of sustained economic expansion, Côte d’Ivoire is shifting focus toward nurturing homegrown corporate leaders. These emerging national champions are expected to become key drivers of the country’s 2030 development blueprint, fostering job creation and regional influence. from Abidjan’s factories to west african […]
Lyon to learn its UEFA Champions League third qualifying round opponent this Monday football uefa champions league Paulo Fonseca and his players during the friendly match between Lyon and FC Saint-Gall (6-3) on July 11th. Olympique Lyonnais will discover its UEFA Champions League third qualifying round opponent this Monday at noon. Among the potential adversaries: […]
The upcoming meeting in Paris between Gabonese President Brice Oligui Nguema and his French counterpart will focus on critical economic and strategic priorities for both nations. Scheduled for July 20, 2026, this visit follows agreements reached in Libreville during the French president’s November 2025 tour of Central Africa. Local processing of manganese takes center stage […]
Michael Olise’s exit plans from Bayern Munich under wraps at France World Cup While representing France at the 2026 World Cup, 24-year-old forward Michael Olise has reportedly shared his intention to leave Bayern Munich for Real Madrid in private conversations with teammates. This unexpected revelation has sent shockwaves through the summer transfer market. The news […]
Unprecedented youth mobilization in Ndélé raises security concerns In a surprising move, the Russian private military contractor Wagner Group has launched an extensive recruitment campaign targeting young adults in the northern Central African city of Ndélé. Sources on-site confirm the initiative aims to enlist at least 1,000 individuals, though local leaders express growing unease about […]
In a significant development in the Central African Republic, nearly 1,000 young men from Ndélé have allegedly been recruited by mercenaries from the Wagner Group, a Russian private military company. The mobilization, described as extensive, has raised concerns about its implications for local security and stability. The recruitment drive appears to target young adults, many […]
Unprecedented youth mobilization raises concerns in Ndélé In a surprising turn of events, reports emerge from Ndélé of an extensive recruitment campaign targeting 1,000 young individuals. The operation is reportedly being spearheaded by Russian mercenaries associated with the Wagner Group, sparking widespread discussion about the implications for local security dynamics. Community response and local implications […]
Economy Gabon steps up fight against illicit financial flows By Editor-in-Chief July 19, 2026 71 No comment Libreville, July 19, 2026 — In an era where shadow financial networks fuel organized crime, terrorism, and corruption, the robustness of national oversight systems has become a cornerstone of international credibility. Gabon is now positioning this imperative at […]
The leader of Chad’s Rassemblement pour la Justice et l’Égalité (RAJET), Ordjei Abderahim Chaha, has called on President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno to show clemency toward imprisoned opposition figures from the former GCAP coalition and the Les Transformateurs party. Democracy under threat, warns RAJET president In a strongly worded open letter, Ordjei Abderahim Chaha argued […]