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Chad: Succès Masra’s conviction upheld, his party alleges political motive The Supreme Court of Chad, on Thursday, May 21, dismissed the appeal filed by former Prime Minister and leader of the “Les Transformateurs” party, Succès Masra. This decision definitively affirmed his 20-year prison sentence, a ruling that immediately triggered widespread outrage and disappointment among his […]
Ousmane Sonko : ce que pensent les Sénégalais de son limogeage Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. Ousmane Sonko : ce que pensent les Sénégalais de son limogeage Published 24 mai 2026 Le limogeage d’Ousmane Sonko comme Premier ministre continue de faire réagir au Sénégal. Dans la rue, les […]
D. Rice Arsenal Premier League B. Saka Declan Rice has revealed the immense pressure he endured as Arsenal awaited Manchester City’s crucial match, hoping for a slip-up that would secure their first Premier League title in 22 years. The England international admitted he had to physically distance himself from his teammates, unable to bear watching […]
Tottenham defender Cristian Romero has returned to England ahead of a decisive Premier League clash with Everton, defying advice from club legends to skip the trip after his controversial visit to Argentina. Romero, who was recuperating from a knee injury in his homeland, faced backlash after attending a Belgrano match during a week when Spurs […]
Following the brutal assault on the National Guard of Niger (GNN) in Kirtachi, located within the Tillabéri region, an internal radio message dated May 22, 2026, has brought to light the true extent of losses suffered by the Defense and Security Forces (FDS). This official military document, marked “secret defense,” confirms that a significant cache […]
Pretoria has officially commenced the extradition process targeting the pan-African activist Kemi Seba. This judicial decision carries significant weight, conveying a robust message from South African diplomacy to global markets. This legal development is already reverberating far beyond South Africa’s borders. Pretoria’s formal initiation of extradition proceedings against Kemi Seba, a prominent figure in anti-Western […]
Romuald Wadagni, who will celebrate his 50th birthday next month, has officially commenced his seven-year, renewable term as Bénin’s president. His inauguration ceremony took place on Sunday morning at the presidential palace in Cotonou, the nation’s economic hub. The brief event, presided over by the chief clerk of the Constitutional Court, saw no foreign heads […]
Groupe de soutien à l’islam et aux musulmans (Jnim) Bah N’Daw Assimi Goïta Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta In a nation grappling with persistent challenges, Assimi Goïta stands as a pivotal figure, navigating Mali’s intricate political landscape. As the head of state, his leadership is central to the country’s trajectory, particularly as it faces various internal and […]
SénégalPolitical earthquake: President Faye sacks popular PM Sonko The sudden dismissal of Senegal’s widely admired Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has plunged the country into uncharted political waters. The partnership that once promised sweeping reforms now lies in tatters, leaving citizens grappling with uncertainty over the nation’s future trajectory. The political […]
The Nigerien government has terminated its uranium mining concession with French firm Orano Mining, replacing it with a newly established national company. This decisive move follows a ministerial decree signed by President Abdourahamane Tiani, marking the end of a decades-long partnership that began in 1978. The newly formed Teloua Safeguarding Uranium Mining Company (TSUMCO SA) […]
The Ivorian Head of State, Alassane Ouattara, arrived in Abidjan on Saturday, May 23, 2026, concluding his participation in the Africa Forward Summit held in Nairobi. The delegation was welcomed upon landing by Vice President Tiémoko Meyliet Koné, Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé, along with key government officials, presidential advisors, and senior military and administrative […]
West Ham 3-0 Leeds United: a dominant display seals West Ham’s season On a dramatic Sunday afternoon at the London Stadium, West Ham United delivered a commanding performance against Leeds United, securing a resounding 3-0 victory in the Premier League’s final match of the 2025-2026 season. West Ham’s clinical finishing shines through From the opening […]