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On May 18, 2026, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire’s vibrant economic hub, became the focal point for a crucial continental discussion on personal data governance. For four days, the ninth international conference …
Abidjan spotlights data privacy in Africa’s digital transformation Read More
APR delegation in Touba criticizes Ousmane Sonko before religious leader The Alliance for the Republic (APR) has significantly escalated its engagement in Touba following the detention of Pape Malick Ndour. …
APR delegation in Touba criticizes Ousmane Sonko before religious leader Read More
Under the patronage of the Ministry of Tourism Development, Culture and Crafts, the House of Cultural Heritage of Chad, through the National Museum of Chad, hosted the inaugural Museum Night …
Tchad’s first museum night celebrates cultural heritage Read More
Senegal’s newly enacted anti-homosexuality law, which significantly escalates penalties for “unnatural acts,” is now manifesting its initial judicial consequences amidst considerable controversy. Just six weeks following its promulgation, over a …
Senegal’s anti-homosexuality law: legal challenges and human rights concerns Read More
Abidjan hosts pivotal pan-African dialogue on securing digital futures Abidjan became the focal point of Africa’s digital governance agenda this week as the ninth edition of the African Network of …
Governance of personal data to drive Africa’s digital economy at RAPDP 2026 in Abidjan Read More
Lomé, Togo — The third edition of Biashara Afrika kicked off on May 18, 2026, bringing together African leaders, investors, and private sector representatives to discuss trade, investment, and continental …
Togo hosts biashara afrika 2026: gnassingbé pushes for actionable african economic integration Read More
The highly anticipated draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) qualifiers has been finalized in Cairo, Egypt, setting the stage for months of high-stakes competition across the continent. …
Can 2027 qualifiers draw sets stage for african football drama Read More
Strategic precautions as Mali’s instability spreads With more than 400 kilometers of shared border and deep commercial ties, Senegal remains acutely aware of the escalating challenges emanating from neighboring Mali …
Senegal steps up border security amid Mali unrest Read More
Algeria’s deep involvement in northern Mali stems from a strategic imperative: preventing the emergence of an autonomous Tuareg state that could inspire similar movements among its own Tuareg minority. The …
How Algeria has shaped northern Mali’s conflict for decades Read More
Life in Bamako, the bustling capital of Mali, continues under a persistent state of emergency. Islamist militias have imposed blockades on key city access points, fostering a pervasive apprehension regarding …
Bamako’s enduring spirit: daily life under a state of emergency Read More
The Burkina Faso government, led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has taken a decisive step by permanently shutting down the laboratories of the Target Malaria project and mandating the destruction of …
Burkina Faso’s malaria crisis escalates under Ibrahim Traoré’s leadership Read More
Arsenal are tantalizingly close to Premier League glory after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over already-relegated Burnley, with Kai Havertz’s towering header just before half-time proving the decisive moment. The German …
Arsenal inches closer to premier league glory with havertz’s masterclass Read More