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Senegal’s Prime Minister tightens grip on overseas trips for top officials In a sweeping move to curb administrative excesses, Senegal’s Prime Minister has imposed stringent new rules on foreign travel …
Senegal prime minister clamps down on top officials’ foreign travel Read MoreAbidjan, 22 May 2026 — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Centre for Gender Development (CCDG) has joined forces with UN Women and key ECOWAS agencies to unveil …
West african leaders advance green economy and gender equality initiative Read More
The African Water Forum, themed From Vision to Action, will take place in N’Djamena, Chad, on July 15 and 16, 2026. This high-level event will convene policymakers, experts, and stakeholders …
N’Djamena to host African Water Forum in 2026 Read More
The Patriotic Africans of Senegal for Work, Ethics, and Fraternity (Pastef) party is set to hold its first-ever national elective congress on June 6 and 7, 2026, in Dakar. This …
Senegal’s pastef party to elect new leader with sonko as sole candidate Read More
The Nigerian military has confirmed that the recent abduction of dozens of students and teachers in Oyo State, southern Nigeria, was orchestrated by fighters from Boko Haram. A military spokesperson …
Nigeria: boko haram blamed for school kidnappings in oyo state Read More
In Senegal, a pivotal political week unfolds as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko navigate the complexities of shared governance. The delicate balance at the heart of …
Senegal’s political leaders face dual agendas amid national consultations Read MoreIn celebration of its 20th anniversary, the pan-African platform known as Les Bâtisseurs de l’Économie Africaine (African Economy Builders) has named several countries as winners for their outstanding public policies …
African nations recognized for economic excellence and public policy at 20th anniversary of the African Economy Builders Read More
Senegal prime minister reaffirms tough stance on homosexuality laws The Senegalese Prime Minister has doubled down on plans to tighten legislation against homosexuality, stressing that enforcement will be unwavering. Amid …
Senegal prime minister reaffirms tough stance on homosexuality laws Read More
Senegal tightens stance on homosexuality under Sonko’s leadership Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has once again underscored the government’s resolve to enforce stricter laws against homosexuality in Senegal, emphasizing the importance …
Senegal tightens stance on homosexuality under Sonko’s leadership Read More
The Central African Banking Commission (COBAC) has revoked the operating licence of Financial Development Tchad (FINADEV Tchad S.A.), a microfinance institution in Chad’s capital, N’Djamena, triggering its official liquidation. In …
FINADEV Tchad liquidated by COBAC after licence withdrawal Read More
The Nigerian military has confirmed that Boko Haram is behind a recent wave of child abductions in southern communities, heightening fears across the region. The distressing trend follows a brutal …
Nigeria security crisis boko haram targets children in southern villages Read More
Despite the JNIM’s growing prominence, the Islamic State’s Sahel Province maintains a firm grip on Mali’s northeast, particularly in Gao and Ménaka regions. The Islamic State in the Greater Sahara …
Islamic state in the Sahel: persistent threat in northern Mali despite jnim focus Read More