Le Premier ministre quitte Niamey au terme d’une visite officielle au Niger mercredi 03 juin 2026 17:23 NIAMEY – Le Premier ministre, M. Sifi Ghrieb, a quitté, mercredi, Niamey, au terme d’une visite officielle au Niger, au cours de laquelle il a procédé à l’inauguration de la centrale électrique deContinue Reading
President Macky Sall calls for peace and national stability After several days of intense unrest sparked by the detention of opposition figure Ousmane Sonko, President Macky Sall addressed the nation this Monday evening. The legal proceedings against Sonko, centered on a morality case, have led to a sharp escalation ofContinue Reading
The legal situation for the former inner circle of the Gabon presidency has reached a critical turning point. Sylvia Bongo and her son, Noureddin Bongo Valentin, have been placed under Interpol red notices, a development that significantly complicates their status and limits their movement on the international stage. The implicationsContinue Reading
The Burkina Faso government has taken a bold step toward modernizing its social welfare initiatives by launching Dɛmɛ Sira, a groundbreaking digital platform designed to streamline national solidarity efforts. Unveiled on June 2, 2026, in Ouagadougou, this initiative marks a significant milestone in the country’s digital transformation journey. Government leadersContinue Reading
The historic return of the first group of Burkinabè pilgrims from the 2026 Hajj was marked by an emotional touchdown at Ouagadougou International Airport on Tuesday, June 2. A total of 342 faithful disembarked, greeted by jubilant families and dignitaries, signaling the start of the repatriation phase after weeks ofContinue Reading
Afrique Benin: Claudy Siar appointed presidential advisor for culture and media The celebrated radio host and panafricanist Claudy Siar has been named Presidential Advisor for Culture, Media, and International Visibility of Benin. The appointment was announced on June 3, 2026, marking a new chapter in his media career. Armand DjaleuContinue Reading
The political landscape in Sénégal is currently witnessing a significant shift as Aldiouma Sow, a key figure in the National Political Bureau (BPN) of Pastef les Patriotes, publicly supports officials siding with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. This comes amid a visible rift between the Head of State and Ousmane SonkoContinue Reading
Morocco is embarking on an ambitious journey to revitalize its digital commerce landscape. The Ministry of Industry and Commerce is currently formulating a comprehensive national roadmap designed to provide robust structure to the sector, enhance its competitive edge, and expand its footprint across international markets. The ultimate goal is toContinue Reading
Following Ousmane Sonko‘s recent public statements challenging President Bassirou Diomaye Faye‘s policies, Aminata Touré, spokesperson for the Diomaye Président coalition, addressed the nation to dispel growing speculation. In a candid appearance, the former Justice Minister emphasized that the political disagreements do not signal a retreat from governance commitments or theContinue Reading
U.S. sanctions target rebel commanders fueling conflict in eastern DRC Washington has escalated pressure on armed groups destabilizing eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) by imposing fresh sanctions on senior rebel leaders affiliated with the FDLR and M23 factions. The move signals a renewed U.S. commitment to curbing violenceContinue Reading
In a significant shift signaling renewed regional cooperation, the President of Bénin, Romuald Wadagni, has embarked on high-level diplomatic missions to Nigeria, Niger, and Burkina Faso. These visits mark a critical phase in restoring and strengthening bilateral and multilateral relations that have been strained by recent political transitions and regionalContinue Reading
Breaking News Politics: DRC: in Kinshasa, youth coalition ties constitutional reform to ‘clearly demonstrated necessity’ Security: National Assembly: surge in ADF attacks, regional cooperation focus… Defense VP testifies before Defense and Security commission youth coalition demands clear constitutional reform justification in Kinshasa Politics A Kinshasa youth movement has set strictContinue Reading