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Breaking News Politics: Kinshasa: group claiming to be ‘Force du Progrès’ occupies archbishop’s esplanade, Church denounces ‘provocation’ Politics: UNC’s stance on constitutional change: Michel Moto claims ‘nine out of ten’ …
APEC backs constitutional reform in DRC with strong Lubumbashi support Read More
The communication team of the Haut-Uele provincial government has swiftly rebutted claims suggesting Governor Jean Bakomito Gambu’s alleged complicity with Corneille Nangaa. Muammar Awoni, head of the provincial communication cell …
Jean Bakomito denies allegations of ties with Corneille Nangaa in Haut-Uele Read More
CENCO condemns police-force du progrès collaboration in suppressing opposition protests Opposition protest in Kinshasa on June 12, 2026 The National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) has issued a strong condemnation …
CENCO condemns police-force du progrès collaboration in suppressing opposition protests Read More
Ouagadougou recently hosted the 29th edition of the Galian Awards, an event that honors outstanding journalism across Burkina Faso. On June 19, 2026, Sié Frédéric Kambou, a journalist with Burkina …
Burkina Faso journalist Sié Frédéric Kambou wins health prize at Galian Awards Read More
In Baku, Minister Aboubakar Nacanabo finalized a significant financing agreement with the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC). This accord will channel critical funds into Burkina Faso’s economy, addressing urgent …
Burkina Faso faces economic reality behind self-sufficiency slogans Read More
International Chad and France strengthen defense ties at Eurosatory security forum High-level discussions in Paris focus on regional security challenges and enhanced aerial defense capabilities between N’Djamena and Paris. Editorial …
Chad and France deepen military ties at eurosatory defense talks Read More
The tarmac of Cotonou International Airport bore witness to a pivotal moment in West African diplomacy this past Friday, as a high-level Nigerien delegation touched down under full protocol, signaling …
Bénin and Niger edge closer to resolving critical border dispute Read More
Under the guise of breaking free from colonial legacies and diversifying partnerships, Burkina Faso’s transitional government has adopted a strategy that raises a pressing concern: is the country truly reclaiming …
Burkina Faso’s gold under Russian flag: a sovereignty in question Read More
Following his appointment in March 2024 and the formal presentation of his credentials to Tunisia’s President Kaïs Saïed on November 6, 2025, Gabon’s Ambassador to Tunisia, Pierre Ntsiet Ngolo, has …
Gabon’s ambassador in Tunisia outlines key diplomatic priorities Read More
The violent incident that unfolded in Niamey on 18 June 2026 has sent shockwaves across West Africa. As negotiations for the reopening of borders between Bénin and Niger reached a …
Niger: Lomé’s shadow looms over Niamey airport attack Read More
DRC church warns constitutional changes risk national crisis The National Episcopal Conference of Congo has issued a stern warning against attempts to amend the country’s constitution, calling such moves a …
DRC church warns constitutional changes risk national crisis Read MoreCôte d’Ivoire honore a geospatial trailblazer at prestigious awards ceremony Abidjan, 20 June — Dr Edouard Fonh-Gbéi, Director-General of Côte d’Ivoire’s National Committee for Remote Sensing and Geographic Information (CNTIG), …
Côte d’Ivoire: top award recognizes geodetic innovation leader Read More