The end of a diplomatic freeze: Bamako and Algiers restore ties After fifteen months of unprecedented diplomatic tension, Mali and Algeria have formally announced the restoration of their bilateral relations. This strategic thaw, evidenced by the return of ambassadors and the reopening of airspace, is reshaping the geopolitical landscape ofContinue Reading
Sénégal: tensions between president’s camp and Sonko escalate RFI tue. 14 july 2026 at 2:59 AM UTC Set Yahoo as your preferred source to see our articles on Google. Following a blistering critique from Ousmane Sonko, Senegal’s presidential coalition has fired back with sharp rebukes. The leader of the PastefContinue Reading
Gabon advances climate commitments through Dakar energy forum Fabrice Ntchango, Permanent Secretary of Gabon’s National Climate Council, represented the Central African nation at a pivotal regional workshop in Dakar. The event focused on accelerating the implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) with a strong emphasis on rural electrification as aContinue Reading
Eleven years after leaving the Parc des Princes, left-back Lucas Digne is poised to complete a remarkable homecoming. The 32-year-old Aston Villa defender is set to sign a three-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain following the FIFA World Cup, capping a transfer process quietly negotiated over the past month. French internationalContinue Reading
Exclusive Interview Bradley Barcola is set to make his second major tournament appearance with the French national team after Euro 2024. Since then, the international has continued his progression at PSG in a starting role alongside Désiré Doué and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. As was the case in the spring of 2025,Continue Reading
The Republic of Centrafrique has once again been thrust into the global spotlight, not for progress or stability, but for a grotesque display of brutality orchestrated by the Wagner Group. In early July, chilling videos surfaced online, capturing a scene of unimaginable horror—a massacre where lives were not just takenContinue Reading
Bénin’s health regulator earns WHO spotlight after intensive four-day review Between 6 and 9 July 2026, the Agence Béninoise du Médicament et des autres produits de Santé (ABMed) underwent a stringent evaluation by a panel of eight experts from the World Health Organization (WHO). The in-depth audit spanned every facetContinue Reading
Niger defense attaché training program marks new era in military diplomacy The Republic of Niger has inaugurated its inaugural training program for defense attachés and military attachés, signaling a transformative phase in its military diplomacy. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of National Defense in partnership with the Ministry ofContinue Reading
Senegal’s political landscape has been roiled by sharp exchanges after Ousmane Sonko assumed the role of President of the National Assembly. Among the most vocal critics is Abdourahmane Diouf, leader of the Awalé party and former Minister of Higher Education, who condemned Sonko’s ascent in no uncertain terms. In aContinue Reading
The African Union (AU) has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Mali as the country faces mounting security threats, despite its 2021 suspension from the organisation. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the AU Commission, arrived in Bamako on July 12 for an official visit aimed at bolstering dialogue and cooperation betweenContinue Reading
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission landed in Bamako over the weekend for an official visit aimed at deepening ties and fostering collaboration between the continental body and Mali. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf conveyed unwavering solidarity from the AU to Malian authorities as the nation grapples with escalating security threats.Continue Reading
The forestry ministry of the Central African Republic has reminded businesses to pay their taxes on wood harvesting. The situation is sensitive as some companies have adopted methods used by Russian mercenaries, known as Wagner Group. According to sources within the government, these companies are avoiding tax payments on woodContinue Reading