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The Senegal government is reportedly considering a major overhaul of its debt, with international financial advisory firm Lazard playing a key role in the process. The move has sparked significant interest among market players, who are eagerly awaiting details on the proposed restructuring plan. Lazard’s involvement in Senegal’s debt crisis is not surprising, given the […]
On Friday, July 17, 2026, Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno dispatched a significant, high-level delegation to Yaoundé. The mission carried a personal message intended for his Cameroonian counterpart, President Paul Biya, underscoring the ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two nations. Leading this important delegation was Dr. Abdoulaye Sabre Fadoul, the Minister of State, Minister […]
The former President of Senegal, Macky Sall, made a swift return to Dakar this week, where he was greeted by enthusiastic supporters at the international airport. Following his arrival, he met with the current Head of State, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, to discuss critical matters concerning his candidacy for the position of United Nations Secretary-General. Seeking […]
L’ancien président sénégalais Macky Sall a été reçu en audience officielle par le président Bassirou Diomaye Faye, quelques jours après son arrivée au pouvoir. Le but de cette rencontre était de solliciter l’appui diplomatique du Sénégal pour sa candidature à la direction de l’ONU. Une démarche qui s’inscrit dans un contexte national explosif Macky Sall […]
Improved Data Management for Better Decision-Making The Centre de Promotion des Investissements en Côte d’Ivoire (CEPICI) has launched the Guichet Unique de Déclaration de l’Investissement Privé (GUDIP), a new tool aimed at improving governance of private investments in Côte d’Ivoire. Developed in collaboration with the Direction Générale de l’Économie, with technical and financial support from […]
The Republic of Chad and the Commonwealth of the Bahamas have formally initiated diplomatic relations, marked by the signing of a collaborative communiqué in New York, Chadian officials confirmed. This pivotal agreement was executed on July 16, with Mouctar Abakar, Chad’s permanent representative to the United Nations, and Stan James, his Bahamian counterpart, affixing their […]
The Republic of Togo and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) are deepening their collaboration in the vital sector of higher education. Gado Tchangbedji, the Minister of Higher Education and Research, recently hosted an IsDB delegation in Lomé on Tuesday, July 14th, for a crucial working session. The discussions centered on the Support Project for the […]
With the FIFA World Cup 2026 on the horizon, Lucas Digne is poised to make a high-profile return to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). The French international and left-back, currently plying his trade at Aston Villa, has reached a preliminary agreement with the Parisian club. Insiders close to the negotiations have disclosed the key factors behind this […]
ConflitsRépublique démocratique du Congo RDC : sanctions contre Corneille Naanga, quel impact ? Jean-Noël Ba-Mweze 17/07/202617 juillet 2026 La société civile congolaise s’interroge notamment sur l’application de ces sanctions votées par l’Onu à l’encontre du coordonateur du mouvement rebelle AFC/M23 https://p.dw.com/p/5HKrI Alors que la République démocratique du Congo assure la présidence tournante du Conseil de […]
France-Angleterre : “Ce sera le clap de fin mais ce n’est pas un match anonyme”, appuie Didier Deschamps avant son dernier match à la tête des Bleus Le sélectionneur a répété à plusieurs reprises en conférence de presse qu’il ferait “tout” pour atteindre le dernier objectif de la Coupe du monde : prendre la troisième […]
DRC president unveils inclusive national dialogue led by religious leaders Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo — President Félix Tshisekedi has announced plans for a comprehensive national dialogue aimed at fostering peace and unity across the nation. The initiative, described as “inclusive, peaceful and resolutely republican,” follows a high-level meeting with representatives of the country’s major […]
Breaking News Politique: RDC: « les conditions du dialogue seront précisées chemin faisant » (Ambongo)⠀ ⠀ Politique: RDC : Tshisekedi annonce un « dialogue national inclusif », les confessions religieuses chargées de l’accompagner⠀ ⠀ Économie: Projet de loi de finances rectificative 2026: le Sénat adopte le texte en des termes différents de l’Assemblée nationale, une […]