Diplomatic milestone: Faure Gnassingbé joins Yoweri Museveni’s inauguration in Kampala On 12 May 2026, Faure Gnassingbé, President of the Togo Republic, paid an official visit to Kampala, Uganda, to attend Yoweri Museveni’s swearing-in ceremony following his re-election in the 15 January 2026 general elections. The inauguration, held under the themeContinue Reading
BERD steps up investments in Senegal with focus on water and green energy The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (BERD) has reaffirmed its commitment to Senegal through a high-level meeting with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, signaling a new phase of intensified collaboration. Key initiatives include major water infrastructure andContinue Reading
Over the past two decades, Senegal’s largest public contracts have seen a dramatic shift in leadership. Where French conglomerates once held sway, Chinese, Turkish, Tunisian, and Emirati firms now command the lion’s share of infrastructure projects across the country. From ports to stadiums, hotels to industrial zones, the balance ofContinue Reading
The Republic of Chad has secured a stable economic outlook from S&P Global Ratings, affirming its commitment to the «Tchad Connexion 2030» National Development Plan. On March 16, the agency maintained the country’s sovereign credit rating at «B-», signaling strong confidence in Chad’s economic trajectory. This decision reflects robust growth,Continue Reading
Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé recently intensified diplomatic engagements in Central and East Africa, focusing on regional cooperation and peace initiatives across the Great Lakes region. On May 12, 2026, he attended the inauguration ceremony of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni in Kampala, following Museveni’s re-election. During the official event, the twoContinue Reading
The highly anticipated match between RC Lens and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is set to kick off on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 9:00 PM, as part of the postponed fixture from the 29th round of Ligue 1. Fans can catch the action live and exclusively on beIN Sports 1, availableContinue Reading
The vibrant commune of Abobo in Abidjan is in mourning today as it bids farewell to one of its most prominent political and cultural figures. Koné Gogé, the esteemed former mayor of Abobo, long-standing PDCI-RDA delegate for Abobo 2, and revered chief of the Kpafonon village, has passed away thisContinue Reading
A coordinated offensive by Nigerian, Nigerien, and Chadian forces has forced Boko Haram jihadists to abandon their hideouts along the Lake Chad basin, marking a significant shift in the region’s security landscape. According to intelligence sources and local witnesses, the campaign—launched late last week—combined precision airstrikes by Chadian fighter jetsContinue Reading
Rodez shocks Red Star in thrilling Ligue 2 playoff clash Ligue 2 Playoff stage Red Star 2-3 Rodez AF Red Star 2-3 Rodez AF Goals: Cabral (15′) and Escartin (61′) for Red Star // Baldé (29′), Magnin (67′) and Younoussa (69′) for Rodez AF Red card: Haag (90’+5′) for RedContinue Reading
Chad is currently grappling with an overwhelming humanitarian situation as more than 1.3 million displaced persons, including refugees and returnees, seek safety within its borders. The vast majority of these individuals are women and children, entering a nation already burdened by widespread poverty and a healthcare infrastructure that suffers fromContinue Reading
The Senegal government is actively seeking innovative strategies to address its growing debt burden, with economists and financial experts advocating for alternatives to the traditional frameworks proposed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). At a high-level conference in Dakar, organized under the patronage of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, key policymakersContinue Reading
In Dakar, economists and policymakers are engaged in a critical dialogue about Senegal’s escalating debt burden. The two-day International Conference on Debt in Senegal has drawn experts, financial analysts, and former government officials to explore progressive alternatives to the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) austerity-driven policies. The event, titled « DebtContinue Reading