8,394 Rwandan refugees voluntarily repatriated from DRC, 10,000 target set for 2026 In a significant milestone for regional cooperation, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda, and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) have announced that 8,394 Rwandan refugees have been voluntarily repatriated from the DRC sinceContinue Reading
The Minister of Security, Mahamadou Sana, acting on instructions from President Ibrahim Traoré, conducted an evaluation mission in the Nayala province on Sunday. The visit aimed to assess security developments, boost morale among deployed forces, and gather insights directly from local communities. Key objectives of the assessment The minister’s itineraryContinue Reading
The Kingdom of Morocco has secured nine critical leadership positions within key organs of the African Union (AU), reinforcing its strategic influence in continental governance. These appointments span critical areas such as institutional reforms, migration governance, financial sustainability, environmental challenges, and economic integration—positions that will shape the future direction ofContinue Reading
The Togolese authorities have suffered a significant blow following a ruling from the ECOWAS Court of Justice. The magistrates determined that the constitutional amendment passed in March 2024 contravened democratic principles and the constitutional order, dealing a severe blow to the government’s narrative of compliance with republican norms. This decisionContinue Reading
Beijing recently hosted pivotal talks that could reshape Morocco’s economic landscape and its role in global trade. During the 4th International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), Moroccan officials made a bold push to position the Kingdom as the industrial bridge between Europe, Africa, and the Atlantic. Minister of Investment Karim ZidaneContinue Reading
Romain Gras Senior journalist specializing in DRC and Great Lakes politics Stanis Bujakera Tshiamala DRC political analyst and editor M23 conflict João Lourenço Joseph Kabila Félix Tshisekedi Behind the diplomatic curtain: Angola’s role in DRC’s crisis In early January 2026, the relationship between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)Continue Reading
Cotonou hosts landmark education reform workshop This week, Cotonou has become the epicenter of Benin’s most ambitious education transformation yet. From June 22 to 26, 2026, the Azalaï hotel is hosting a pivotal workshop focused on developing a new National Curriculum Framework. Spearheaded by Minister Armand Kuyema Natta, this initiativeContinue Reading
Folarin Balogun, the rising star of the US men’s national football team, is set to pursue a summer transfer away from Monaco, fueling intense interest from top-tier English clubs. The 24-year-old forward, whose contract negotiations with the Ligue 1 side have stalled, has become one of the most sought-after talentsContinue Reading
Three years after the military junta in Niger forged closer ties with Russia, the country continues to grapple with an escalating jihadist insurgency. Despite the authorities’ stated goal of restoring security through this strategic shift, violent attacks have intensified, inflicting heavy casualties on the nation’s defense and security forces. UnrelentingContinue Reading
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s public health authorities have confirmed 1,003 Ebola cases and 254 deaths, reflecting a fatality rate of 25.3%. The situation remains dire, with 91.3% of infections and 80.7% of fatalities concentrated in the remote Ituri province, a region plagued by armed conflict. Health experts acknowledge thatContinue Reading
Lomé is taking bold steps to modernize its aviation sector and reduce carbon emissions with the signing of two groundbreaking agreements at the 2026 African Airports and Airlines Annual Assembly. These partnerships between the Société aéroportuaire de Lomé-Tokoin (SALT) and T-OIL, a state-owned energy firm, mark a significant leap towardContinue Reading
The diplomatic ties between Gabon and Mauritania have reached new heights following a high-level meeting in Libreville. Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, the President of Gabon, welcomed Messouda Bahama Mohamed Laghdaf, a special envoy dispatched by Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, the Mauritanian Head of State. Messouda Bahama Mohamed Laghdaf, whoContinue Reading