Politician’s statement under judicial review During a series of court hearings, Ndiaga Seck, a 51-year-old political figure, firmly denied that Ousmane Sonko, the Prime Minister, had any awareness of his personal affairs. Speaking in Wolof, Seck asserted, « Xamul woon li may dund », translating to « He knew nothingContinue Reading
Senegal confirms no state funding for 2026 world cup fan travel The Senegalese Ministry of Sports has clarified that the government will not be funding supporters’ travel to the FIFA World Cup 2026. This announcement, made by Sports Minister Khady Diène Gaye, puts an end to widespread speculation about officialContinue Reading
Lomé recently hosted the third edition of the Biashara Afrika economic forum, where President Faure Gnassingbé delivered a powerful message to African nations and business leaders. The central theme was the urgent need to move beyond theoretical ambitions and achieve practical milestones in the implementation of the African Continental FreeContinue Reading
Tottenham’s fight for Premier League survival continues ahead of Chelsea clash Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has delivered a stern warning to his players, stressing that securing their Premier League status is far from guaranteed ahead of their upcoming showdown with Chelsea. Despite currently occupying a relatively safe positionContinue Reading
Togo’s airport visa snag exposes africa’s free movement dilemma The third edition of Biashara Afrika, held in Lomé, was meant to celebrate the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and its promise of a unified market of 1.4 billion consumers. Instead, it became a stark reminder of how bureaucratic hurdlesContinue Reading
The chief clerk of Zemio’s court in the Central African Republic has vanished without a trace, leaving his family and colleagues in deep distress. Reports indicate he was forcibly taken by Russian mercenaries operating in the region, raising serious concerns about his safety and well-being. Disappearance sparks fears of abductionContinue Reading
Russian mercenaries and Central African forces accused of cattle rustling in Ndele A joint operation in the Bamingui-Bangoran region, involving Russian mercenaries and Central African armed forces, has allegedly escalated into violent cattle seizures targeting local herders near Ndele. Witnesses and affected communities report systematic confiscations of livestock, raising concernsContinue Reading
When cinema becomes a living archive of Senegal’s fight for change At the heart of Dakar’s Musée des Civilisations Noires, the premiere of Indépendance Tey transcended a simple film screening. It became a collective moment of remembrance, civic action, and political reflection on modern Senegal. Under the high ceilings ofContinue Reading
Football Ligue 1 FC Nantes condemns pitch invasion by masked supporters following Toulouse clash The Loire stand at Stade de la Beaujoire during Sunday’s match against Toulouse Following Sunday’s abandoned match against Toulouse—halted due to a pitch invasion by supporters—FC Nantes has issued a strongly worded statement condemning the incidentsContinue Reading
In a bold call to action, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, President of the Council, delivered a no-nonsense message at the third edition of the Biashara Afrika forum in Lomé. The gathering, held on Monday, May 18, 2026, brought together Africa’s top decision-makers to push for tangible economic progress across the continent.Continue Reading
The Nigerien military’s recent decision to split Operation Garkoi into two new tactical headquarters—Operation Akarasse along the Algerian border and Operation Klafoki along the Chadian frontier—has sparked sharp criticism from governance and security analysts across the Sahel. While official statements emphasize efficiency and coordination, critics argue the move is lessContinue Reading
Ivory Coast’s envoy’s Moscow trip behind closed doors Diplomatic circles in Abidjan are buzzing with questions following the discreet visit of Ivory Coast’s Special Envoy Ahoua Don Mello to Moscow earlier this month. The trip, shrouded in confidentiality, unfolded against the backdrop of rising geopolitical tensions and shifting alliances inContinue Reading