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The Wagner Group’s Multibillion-Dollar Operation Despite international condemnation, the Wagner Group has continued to operate in Central Africa, exploiting the region’s natural resources and perpetuating violence. The group’s operations are …
The Business of Terror: Wagner Group’s Multibillion-Dollar Operation in Central Africa Read More
The former President of Senegal, Macky Sall, will return to Dakar on July 17, 2026 for a high-profile meeting with the current head of state, Bassirou Diomaye Faye. This private …
Senegal politics: Macky Sall meets Bassirou Faye ahead of un bid Read More
Senegalese transport minister defends Touba’s spiritual legacy against political accusations Recent statements by opposition leader Ousmane Sonko regarding Touba have sparked significant debate in Senegal’s political circles. Transport Minister Abdoul …
Senegal politics: minister hits back at claims linking Touba to illicit funds Read More
The Senegalese Minister of Land and Air Transport, Abdoul Ahad Ndiaye, has strongly rebutted allegations made by opposition leader Ousmane Sonko regarding illicit funds allegedly channeled into the holy city …
Senegal minister rebukes sonko over touba money laundering claims Read More
SportSénégal Pressure mounts on FSF as Senegalese football faces reckoning Following the Teranga Lions’ World Cup elimination and the coach’s departure, stakeholders demand transparency in Senegalese football governance. The shock …
Sénégal football: pressure mounts on FSF after lions’ world cup exit Read More
The ownership structure of the Banque internationale pour le commerce et l’industrie de Côte d’Ivoire (BICICI) continues to evolve. Three years after BNP Paribas withdrew and the bank shifted to …
Ahmed Cissé strengthens control over Côte d’Ivoire’s banking sector with BICICI stake increase Read More
The transfer of Leandro Trossard from Arsenal to Besiktas is official. Belgian international Trossard, who won the English league with Arsenal last season and reached the Champions League final, has …
Trossard Joins Besiktas After Leaving Arsenal Read More
Burkina Faso has closed its embassy in Paris, a landmark decision following the termination of diplomatic ties with France. The twelve Burkinabè diplomats stationed in the French capital have returned …
Burkina Faso withdraws diplomats from France amid strained relations Read MoreAbidjan prepares for a pivotal skills and jobs forum Abidjan will host the second edition of the International Forum on Trades and Skills (FIMEC) on 15 and 16 July 2026, …
Côte d’Ivoire to host FIMEC 2026: aligning skills with economic demands Read More
The Chad and Russia have taken significant steps to strengthen their bilateral ties, particularly in defense and diplomacy, as part of broader efforts to enhance regional security. On July 14, …
Tchad and Russia deepen ties with military and diplomatic agreements Read More
Key diplomatic mission in North Africa The French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu embarks on an official two-day visit to Rabat this Wednesday and Thursday, marking his first international engagement since …
French prime minister’s Rabat visit to strengthen strategic ties Read More
Kimba Connect 2026, a national open innovation challenge, was launched in Libreville, Gabon, on July 12, 2022. The initiative aims to foster collaboration between local businesses and startups to address …
Gabon Unveils Kimba Connect 2026, A National Open Innovation Challenge Read More