The latest details have emerged regarding the terrorist assault on the military section of Niamey’s Diori Hamani International Airport, which occurred on the evening of June 18, 2026. After hours of intensive clearance operations, Niger’s armed forces released an official casualty report. The attack, claimed by the Group for theContinue Reading
Rabat marks six and a half decades of Morocco-Vietnam diplomatic bonds Rabat recently played host to a momentous event celebrating the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Morocco and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in partnership with the High Commission for FormerContinue Reading
Togo appoints Ekoué Djro Glokpor as BCEAO national director Ekoué Djro Glokpor has officially assumed leadership of the Togo National Directorate of the West African States Central Bank (BCEAO). His appointment was formalized during the second ordinary session of the National Credit Council (CNC) held in Lomé on June 18,Continue Reading
Gabon’s global transparency challenge in fight against corruption Economie 56 No comment Libreville — Late June will see Libreville host more than just another United Nations technical delegation. The Gabonese capital is preparing to undergo one of the most rigorous international assessments of public governance, financial transparency, and anti-corruption measuresContinue Reading
As the summer transfer window swings open, Paris Saint-Germain faces a high-stakes bidding war for a young Ivorian talent. The club’s interest in Yan Diomandé, a 19-year-old winger from RB Leipzig, has intensified, but the race for his signature is far from decided. Diomandé, currently representing Côte d’Ivoire in theContinue Reading
During a pivotal week-long gathering in Libreville, the Gabonese government secured a leadership role in reshaping Africa’s higher education landscape. The 43rd ordinary session of the Council for African and Malagasy Higher Education (CAMES), held from June 15 to 19, 2026, concluded with a landmark handover: Gabon, represented by ProfessorContinue Reading
The recent inauguration of Benin’s President Romuald Wadagni on May 24 marked the beginning of a diplomatic shift in the country’s relations with its neighbors. His subsequent regional tour—spanning Nigeria, Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, Togo, Côte d’Ivoire, and Senegal—signals a deliberate departure from the strained interactions of the past. UnderContinue Reading
Benin 2026 budget boost: what the revised finance law changes In a landmark decision, Benin’s National Assembly has unanimously endorsed the 2026 revised finance law during a plenary session at Porto-Novo’s Governor’s Palace. The new budget, approved by all present and represented deputies, marks an 8% increase, lifting total allocationsContinue Reading
Economy FlyGabon expands to Europe with bold air connectivity strategy By Editor-in-Chief June 19, 2026 108 No comment Libreville, June 19, 2026 — For decades, Gabon’s air transport sector has operated primarily within domestic and regional boundaries. But a transformative shift is underway, as FlyGabon prepares to launch direct flightsContinue Reading
The political landscape in Senegal is witnessing a significant shift following the unexpected rift between prominent figures Ousmane Sonko and Bassirou Diomaye Faye, whose alliance once symbolized a united opposition front. As tensions escalate, the question arises: could this fracture open new doors for the opposition to consolidate power andContinue Reading
Germany vs Ivory Coast: live updates from the 2026 FIFA World Cup The 2026 FIFA World Cup Group E clash between Germany and Côte d’Ivoire kicks off at 21:00 local time on Saturday, June 20, 2026. This highly anticipated fixture will be broadcast globally as both teams battle for earlyContinue Reading
East African nation stands firm on Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara The Republic of Burundi has once again voiced its steadfast and unshakable backing for Morocco’s territorial integrity and full sovereignty over its entire land, encompassing the Sahara region. This clear stance was formally reiterated in a joint statement issued followingContinue Reading