In a decisive move to silence mounting political speculation, Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal’s National Assembly, categorically denied allegations of issuing an ultimatum to the country’s Head of State. Speaking before legislators during a plenary session focused on labor and social security reforms, Sonko addressed the controversy with unwavering clarity.Continue Reading
Gabon’s political landscape, shaped by the March-April 1990 National Conference, has long thrived on robust democratic exchanges. Political parties have historically asserted their presence through bold statements, targeted critiques, and measured support for government actions—even when tensions ran high. This dynamic, though occasionally turbulent, has always been a hallmark ofContinue Reading
On Monday, June 22, 2026, President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) welcomed His Excellency Évariste Ndayishimiye, President of the Republic of Burundi and current Chairperson of the African Union, for a state visit in Kinshasa. The two leaders engaged in a private discussion followedContinue Reading
The Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, Ms. Messouda Bahama Mohamed Laghdaf, arrived in Libreville on Monday, June 22, bearing an official message from His Excellency Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of Mauritania. Her mission? To formally present Mauritania’s candidacy for the postContinue Reading
The Diomaye-Sonko partnership lasted barely two years. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially relieved Ousmane Sonko of his duties as Prime Minister, a position now vacant. Sonko, who now leads the National Assembly, remains a dominant figure as President of the Pastef party—the majority force in Parliament—but has been excludedContinue Reading
The military-led administration in Burkina Faso, which rose to power following the September 2022 coup, has responded to a recent European Parliament resolution condemning human rights violations and restrictions on civil liberties by summoning the European Union’s ambassador for an official reprimand. Analysts argue that a more constructive course wouldContinue Reading
The transfer saga involving Julian Alvarez has reignited with the Argentine striker’s latest remarks following Argentina’s 2-0 victory over Austria in the 2026 World Cup group stage. The 26-year-old openly expressed his desire to join Atlético de Madrid, reigniting speculation about his future and prompting a strong response from theContinue Reading
Historic milestone for digital transformation in Côte d’Ivoire The Minister of Digital Transition and Technological Innovation, Djibril Ouattara, launched the professional immersion phase for the first cohort of the digital economy management license at the École multinationale supérieure des postes (EMSP) on June 22, 2026. This pioneering program is designedContinue Reading
During a high-level gathering in Geneva themed ‘Beijing after 30 Years: Mobilizing the UN Human Rights System for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment’, Morocco took center stage to advocate for bold reforms within the global human rights architecture. The event provided a platform for the North African nation to showcaseContinue Reading
Senegal’s political landscape is experiencing a period of significant upheaval as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye announces a major government reshuffle, effectively sidelining former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. The move, which follows a two-year partnership between the two leaders, has sent shockwaves through the nation’s capital, Dakar. The president’s decision toContinue Reading
Bakú hosts high-level talks to deepen Azerbaijani-Moroccan legislative cooperation Bakú witnessed a significant parliamentary exchange as Sahibə Gafarova, Chairperson of Azerbaijan’s Milli Mejlis, met with Mohamed Ghayate, Vice-President of Morocco’s Chamber of Representatives. The encounter took place during Mr. Ghayate’s official visit for the 20th session of the Parliamentary UnionContinue Reading
Escalating Violence in Eastern DRC Spurs SADC to Urge Strict Compliance with Doha and Washington Accords M23 rebels in Kibumba Security Tuesday, June 23, 2026 – 07:56 The Southern African Development Community (SADC), led by Malawi’s Vice President Enoch Kamzingeni Chihana, convened an extraordinary virtual summit of the Troika onContinue Reading